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From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi
The Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival Committee has visited Emir of Argungu, Kebbi State, Alhaji Samaila Mera and UNESCO historical in preparation for the 2025 edition of the fishing festival. Its chairman and deputy governor, Umar Abubakar Tafida, requested members to brace up for “a successful fishing festival.
“This meeting is to foster understanding among committee members on the subject matter. Governor Nasir Idris has entrusted us with onerous assignment for the socio-economic prosperity of Kebbi. We must uphold such trust.”
He told the emir: “Your Royal Highness, you are the custodian of Argungu culture and tradition. We desire your assistance and advice for the successful end to this significant project of the fishing festival.”
Emir Mer: “I am expressing sincere appreciation to Governor Nasir Idris for resuscitating the famous Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival. He has granted our request expeditiously.
“We pray that the festival would be celebrated with all glory. It is an economic powerhouse of Kebbi State. The festival has assumed global dimension. It has been listed in UNESCO Calendar. It is now recognised worldwide, from Europe to Asia and the Americas.
“The festival showcases an entirely Argungu cultural and traditional dynamics. It has become a world-class tourists’ attraction. You should try and enter into Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), with global partners on cultural skills to boost the economy.”
Committee members inspected the Kanta Museum, River Mala where water sports are held and the Matan Fada River, the main venue of the fishing event in Argungu. They also assessed facilities at the Fishing Village, the Grand Fishing Hotel and the Polo Ground in Argungu suburbs.
