About this event
Dive into the excitement of the Argungu Fishing Festival, a centuries-old event held in Kebbi State, celebrating fishing, culture, and community spirit.
The festival, which takes place along the Matan Fada River, gathers thousands of fishermen armed with traditional nets, all competing to catch the largest fish within a set time. The winner is celebrated with great honor. The event also features canoe racing, cultural dances, wrestling matches, and agricultural exhibitions, making it a grand display of northern Nigerian heritage. The annual festival takes place in February and marks the end of farming season and start of the fishing season. The festival is a four-day cultural that takes place in Kebbi State and other northern states like Niger in the north-western part of Northern Nigeria.
This festival is not just about fishing—it’s a celebration of unity, tradition, and the rich history of the Kebbi Emirate.
Activities include:
- Craft showcases
- Canoe races
- Agricultural showcases
- Cultural activities
- Wrestling matches
- Musical performances
- A Grand Fishing conquest
- Swimming contest