Argungu is a city in Nigeria's Kebbi State, situated on the Sokoto River. As of 2007 Argungu had an estimated population of 47,064. [2] The city is the seat of the Argungu Emirate, a traditional state. The city is a major agricultural center for the area, with key crops including tobacco, peanuts, rice, millet, wheat, and sorghum.

Argungu fishing festival is a way of life for the people of Kebbi State. The festival preserves tradition and promotes conservation. The annual festival takes place in February and marks the end...

The Argungu Fishing Festival [1] or Argungu Dance Festival is an annual four-day festival in Kebbi State and other northern states like Niger in the north-western part of Northern Nigeria. [2] [3] The region is made up of fertile river areas of (matanfada, mala with much irrigation and orchards (lambu in Hausa).

Sep 14, 2023 · Argungu fishing festival is a way of life for the people of Kebbi State. The festival preserves tradition and promotes conservation. The festival often begins with an agricultural show, water...

Argungu is noted for its Fashin Ruwa, an annual fishing festival usually held in February, and for its Kanta Museum, which houses 16th-century artifacts. The ruins of the walled town of Surame, the 16th- and 17th-century capital of the Hausa kings of …

The Kebbi Emirate, also known as the Argungu Emirate is a traditional state based on the town of Argungu in Kebbi State, Nigeria. It is the successor to the ancient Hausa kingdom of Kebbi. [1] The Emirate is one of four in Kebbi State, the others being the Gwandu Emirate, Yauri Emirate and Zuru Emirate. [citation needed]

Jan 18, 2024 · Every year, thousands flock to Argungu, a town in Northern Nigeria, to witness Africa’s biggest fishing celebration. The 4-day event is held annually between February and March, culminating in a massive fishing competition on the Matan Fada River.

Feb 4, 2018 · Argungu festival is a traditional national event in Nigeria, which happens every year in the northern part of the country. It is one of the most attended and beloved festivals in Nigeria, and of course, it has a deep and interesting history.

Feb 28, 2025 · Today, we will learn about one of Nigeria’s most thrilling and unique cultural festivals—the Argungu Fishing Festival! Get ready to discover how thousands of fishermen compete to catch the biggest fish in a fun-filled celebration of tradition and unity.

Dec 18, 2023 · The Argungu Fishing Festival boasts a history spanning over 80 years. This tradition dates back to 1934, when it was established by Alhaji Muhammadu Sama, the then-Emir of Argungu, to mark the end of longstanding hostilities between the Sokoto Caliphate and the Kebbi Kingdom in Northern Nigeria.