ARGUNGU FISH FESTIVAL: WINNER BAGS HOME 1MILLION AND A NEW TOYOTA COROLLA
The 61st Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival has ended in Kebbi State, drawing national attention as one of Nigeria’s most enduring cultural and tourism events.
Mr Abubakar Usman from Maiyama Local Government Area of Kebbi on Saturday claimed the iconic award in the famous Argungu International Fishing Festival with the biggest fish-catch weighing 59 kilogrammes.
Kloudmindblog reports that the winner want home with two brand new Toyota vehicles donated by Sokoto State Government and N1million cash.
The third position went to Danlansu Dankani from Jega with one other person who tallied by presenting two fishes weighing 34kg each and went home with N seven hundred and fifty thousand naira and a motorcycle each.
Speaking at the grand finale of the event, the Special Guest of Honour, President Bola Tinubu, described the event as a remarkable history and a festival that remained a powerful symbol of unity, resilience and peaceful coexistence amongst Nigerians.
“It reflects the richness of our culture, the strength of our tradition and the opportunities that lie in harnessing our natural resources for national development “Thank you Mr Governor, you are a team leader and you are demonstrating it. A socio-cultural event like this can only thrive and becomes a tourist attraction when the security atmosphere is conducive.The President eulogised Gov. Nasir Idris for the landmark achievements recorded and appreciated him for naming the Ultra-Modern State Secretariat after him.Tinubu assured that the fight against insecurity would be won so that people would go about their normal businesses peacefully without hindrance.
In his speech, Kebbi Governor appreciated Tinubu for honouring his invitation to not only witness the Argungu International Fishing Festival but also his benevolence to commission some developmental projects in the state.
kloudmindblog recalls that more than 50,000 fishermen surged into the historic Matan Fada River in Argungu ahead of the scheduled arrival of the President.Some of the competing fishermen had been anxiously waiting at a stipulated competition standpoint since 5:00a.m.The Emir said the fishing festival was not just a fishing celebration but an event that showcases the rich cultural heritage of Kebbi people.
