Argungu Fishing Festival: Winner Gets N10 Million, Cars, 2 Hajj Seats

Abubakar Ya’u from Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi on Saturday was announced the winner of the Argungu Fishing Festival as he caught the biggest fish weighing 78 kilogramne.

As reward, he got N10 million, two new cars and two Hajj seats.

The N10 million was given in pieces by different governors, heads of agencies and parastatals.

Bala Yahaya-Bagaye clinched the second position with his fish that weighed 75 kilogramme, while Maiwake Sani came third for catching a fish weighing 70 kilogramme.

They equally were given some millions and gifts.

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Maltina Nigeria Limited donated KEKE NAPEP and motorcycles for the second and third prize winners respectively.

Speaking at the occasion, the Special Guest of Honour and the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, said that the festival was a demonstration of Nigeria’s rich culture.

“When I looked at the fishing pond, I said ‘oh God we are blessed’; what we only need is for us to harness the resources that we are endowed with in this country.

“The history of the festival is long, dating back to 1934. I learned that the celebration could not hold for over 10 years due to insecurity.

“We have to thank God for making it possible and commend our armed forces for their efforts to secure of our nation.

“We will not get tired of making sure that you have a good working environment.

“This is an international event that drew people from neigbouring countries; this is a bond that must be sustained.”

While congratulating the winners, the Senate President urged those who did not win not to be discouraged, urging them to redouble efforts for a more competitive challenge in subsequent years.

He announced a donation of N5 million to be shared among all participants to give all a sense of belonging.

Dignitaries at the occasion included the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, Minister of Police Affairs, Maigari Dangyade, leader of the Senate, Yahaya Abdullahi, and Kabiru Gaya.