Summary
The Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival in northern Nigeria took place after a six-year break due to Covid and security issues. Thousands of fishermen and spectators attended the event, which included a fishing contest where the winner caught a giant croaker fish. The festival is a cultural celebration recognized by UNESCO.
Key Facts
- The Argungu festival resumed after a six-year pause because of Covid and security problems.
- It is an annual event in northern Nigeria attracting tens of thousands of people.
- The main fishing contest required fishermen to catch large fish from the Matan Fada river.
- President Bola Tinubu attended the festival this year.
- The winner of the fishing contest caught a 59kg croaker fish and won two new cars and prize money.
- The festival originated in 1934 to establish peace between the Kebbi Kingdom and Sokoto Caliphate.
- UNESCO recognizes the festival for its cultural importance.
- The event also includes other activities like archery, traditional music, and a combat sport called dambe.
