Fisher wins N10m as Nwonyo festival records 55.6kg catch

The 2024 Nwonyo International Fishing and Cultural Festival in Ibi local government of Taraba State culminated in an exhilarating moment as Mr. Nuhu emerged victorious, securing a brand-new car for catching the largest fish, weighing an impressive 170 kilograms

Brief History Of Nwonyo International Fishing And Cultural Festival

After a 14-year hiatus, the Nwonyo International Fishing and Cultural Festival was reactivated on Friday 19th April 2024, at the picturesque Lake Nwonyo, in the Ibi local government area of Taraba State.

The city of Jalingo, Taraba State capital and its environs will witness a beehive of activities next week as the Nwonyo Fishing and Cultural Festival is set to light up the city with dignitaries from all walks of life expected to grace the epoch making festival

Led by Honorable Joseph Titus Nagombe, the Vice Chairman and Commissioner for Heritage and Ecotourism, the committee leveraged their collective expertise to outline a comprehensive plan for the festival’s activities right after being sworn in.