Nigeria's Argungu fishing festival returns after six-year hiatus
The Argungu fishing festival in Nigeria resumed this weekend after a six-year break due to insecurity, attracting thousands of participants, including international competitors.
ADC slams Tinubu’s Kebbi visit amid rising insecurity
The African Democratic Congress has condemned President Bola Tinubu's visit to Kebbi State for the Argungu Fishing Festival, labeling it ill-timed due to rising insecurity in the region.
ADC criticizes Tinubu's Argungu trip, says bandits are terrorizing Kwara
The African Democratic Congress has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the Argungu Fishing Festival as insensitive amid escalating insecurity in Kwara State.
VIDEO: Argungu trader accepts all Nigerian currencies, from cowries to modern naira
A trader in Argungu, Nigeria, is gaining attention for accepting a wide range of historical and modern currencies, highlighting Nigeria's diverse monetary history during the Argungu Fishing Festival.
PICTORIAL: 2026 Argungu fishing festival showcases heritage, skill, spectacle
The 2026 Argungu Fishing Festival in Nigeria celebrated culture and tradition with a vibrant display of fishing contests and canoe racing.
Drama at Nigeria's Argungu festival as athletes collapse before finale
Athletes experienced medical emergencies during pre-finale events at Nigeria's Argungu Fishing Festival, which marked its return after a hiatus due to security concerns.
Centuries-old traditional boxing in Nigeria gaining grounds
Traditional Dambe boxing, a centuries-old combat sport in Nigeria, is gaining popularity during the Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival.
Kebbi revamps tourism sector as Argungu festival begins Feb 11
The Kebbi State Government is revitalizing its tourism sector in preparation for the Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival, scheduled for February 11-14, 2026.
Tinubu to grace Kebbi’s Argungu festival, inaugurate projects
President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to visit Kebbi State next week to attend the Argungu International Fishing Festival and inaugurate several government projects.