Ten years after its closedown due to insecurity, Argungu international fishing and cultural festival has commenced.
The Argungu festival is a four-day cultural event in Kebbi State that culminates in a motor rally, farmers’ competition, polo match, archery contest, musical and cultural dances.
The fishing festival was flagged off with a motor rally on Wednesday in Abuja.
President Muhammadu Buhari, during the flag-off, said the return of the festival epitomises unity and testament of the federal government’s resolve to build local capacity and diversify the economy.
The festival is reputed for drawing tourists from within and outside Nigeria.
Mr Buhari who was represented by the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, said the government would harness the potentials of the tourism and automotive industries.
