President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Kebbi State and is attending the 61st Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival, one of Africa’s most celebrated cultural events.
The visit, confirmed on Friday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, is a one-day official trip during which the President will also inaugurate projects executed by the state government under Governor Dr. Nasir Idris.
The projects are aimed at enhancing infrastructure, community development, and social services across Kebbi State.
Tinubu is serving as the special guest of honour at the festival, which is staged along the historic Matan Fada riverbank. The Argungu Festival, recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, is a key event in Nigeria’s cultural calendar, drawing participants and tourists from across the country and beyond.
Since its inception, the festival has combined traditional fishing competitions, music, dance, and local crafts, celebrating the heritage of the Kebbi people and promoting unity among communities.
Organisers say the event provides a platform for cultural exchange while boosting tourism and local economic activity.