19/04/2026
Taraba Hosts Nwonyo Fishing Festival as Governor Agbu Kefas Pushes for Global Recognition
K-MOVE
Governor Agbu Kefas, on Saturday, April 18, 2026, set a new milestone by successfully hosting the 2026 edition of the Nwonyo Traditional Fishing Festival in Ibi Local Government Area of the state.
The festival attracted notable international figures, including the Prime Minister of Grenada, Hon. Dickon Mitchell, as well as a representative of the President of Ghana.
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was represented at the event by the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa.
The Governor of Plateau State, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, stood in for Taraba’s elder statesman, Gen. Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma, who served as Chairman of the occasion.
In his address, Governor Kefas described the festival as a powerful unifying force and a vital platform for the promotion and preservation of cultural heritage.
He emphasized that his administration has taken deliberate steps to elevate the festival to international status.
He also expressed appreciation to Prime Minister Mitchell for honoring the event with his presence.
Other speakers at the occasion commended the Governor for reviving the festival and advocated for its expansion as a driver of economic development.
The winner of the fishing festival received a grand prize of 10 million naira while the second and third place winners were awarded 3 million and 2 million naira, respectively.
The event also featured the presentation of gifts to dignitaries and international guests in attendance.
(c) Kefas Movement