Argungu Fishing Festival
Argungu, Kebbi State
A mass hand-fishing competition on the Matan Fada river, held with Kebbi's wider cultural festival.
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Visiting information
- Address
- Matan Fada river, Argungu, Kebbi State
- Opening information
- Opening times are not published by a source we can verify. Confirm locally before visiting.
- Accessibility
- Accessibility information has not been verified for this place.
- Suggested time
- Festival season — typically the dry season; confirm dates before travelling
About this place
Historical accounts date the modern festival to 1934, when it marked a visit by the Sultan of Sokoto to the Emir of Argungu and was read as a gesture of peace between the two historically opposed states. The festival has lapsed and been revived several times since, most notably after a long suspension resumed in recent years.
Nearby attractions
More to explore around Argungu and the wider Kebbi State.
Kanta Museum ArgunguKanta Museum is a museum in Kebbi State, Nigeria. This entry is awaiting editorial verification; detailed visitor information has not yet been confirmed. 1.5–2 hours
Emir of Gwandu's Palace Birnin KebbiEmir of Gwandu's Palace is a palace in Kebbi State, Nigeria. This entry is awaiting editorial verification; detailed visitor information has not yet been confirmed. 1–2 hours
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Sources and verification
Status: Reviewed. Last reviewed 2026-08-20.
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