KEBBI STATE
Kebbi State came into being in 1991 and called the 'Home of Ancient' The State was created out of the the old Sokoto State. The capital is Birnin-Kebbi. it's major towns include Birnin -Kebbi, Argungu and Yelwa.
Agriculture accounts for a substantial part of the State's economy. Food crops include Guinea corn, Rice, Onions and Millet whilst cash crops include Groundnut
Kebbi State came into being in 1991 and called the 'Home of Ancient' The State was created out of the the old Sokoto State. The capital is Birnin-Kebbi. it's major towns include Birnin -Kebbi, Argungu and Yelwa.
Agriculture accounts for a substantial part of the State's economy. Food crops include Guinea corn, Rice, Onions and Millet whilst cash crops include Groundnut
KEBBI STATE
and Cotton. A large percentage of the people are farmers and has four major tribes, which includes Hausa, Fulani, Dakarkari and Gungawa. Kebbi State is famous for traditional arts and craft like beads, swords and glassware.
GERMACHE SHRINE IN ZULU
This is a traditional Shrine close to Zuru in Zuru Local Government Area. This place is a peace of water surrounded by thick trees, and there in the water, there are crocodiles, this is a place of worship, the local inhabitants visit this place with sacrifice and make special request to the shrine.
This is a traditional Shrine close to Zuru in Zuru Local Government Area. This place is a peace of water surrounded by thick trees, and there in the water, there are crocodiles, this is a place of worship, the local inhabitants visit this place with sacrifice and make special request to the shrine.
ARGUNGU INTERNATIONAL FISHING FESTIVAL
The Argungun fishing festival is the culmination of a four-day cultural event in Kebbi State. Thousands of fishermen line up like an ancient army, carrying their traditional nets and gourds at the sound of gun, they pound towards the narrow river Matan Fada and leap into the water. They have just one hour to catch the biggest fish. The festival is not limited to the fishing alone. During the festival there are various cultural, musical and sporting events as well.
The Argungun fishing festival is the culmination of a four-day cultural event in Kebbi State. Thousands of fishermen line up like an ancient army, carrying their traditional nets and gourds at the sound of gun, they pound towards the narrow river Matan Fada and leap into the water. They have just one hour to catch the biggest fish. The festival is not limited to the fishing alone. During the festival there are various cultural, musical and sporting events as well.
UHOLA FESTIVAL IN ZULU AREA OF KEBBI STATE
Another interesting festival in Kebbi state is UHOLA FESTIVAL in Zuru Emirate; this is a yearly festival of thanks given to God for spearing their lives. The festival is normally held around December/ January in all towns and villages of Zuru Area. It is at this festival that some age group teenage boys are considered matured to go into manhood while some age groups of girls also were considered matured to go into woman-hood. The festival takes two to three days of colorful
Another interesting festival in Kebbi state is UHOLA FESTIVAL in Zuru Emirate; this is a yearly festival of thanks given to God for spearing their lives. The festival is normally held around December/ January in all towns and villages of Zuru Area. It is at this festival that some age group teenage boys are considered matured to go into manhood while some age groups of girls also were considered matured to go into woman-hood. The festival takes two to three days of colorful
events such as: Dances, Music, Wrestling exhibition of works of art and crafts. It holds in the ancient cities of Zuru area. During this festival, the local populace moves to the ancient city which is normally situated at a hilly area, because of defense against invaders.
KARISHI TRADITIONAL SETTLEMENT
KARISHI town is situated around Sakaba town in Sakaba local Government. This settlement is a traditional one and not yet been changed, the people there still holds to the traditional belief and customs. It is hilly and the people come down for anything, they have a fence surrounding their town and watchmen all the day against invaders. The ruler of these people is seen once a year by his subject, he only comes out once a year during one festival. Infact the subjects’ sees their ruler as the Creator, God and therefore, hails him equal to God.
KARISHI town is situated around Sakaba town in Sakaba local Government. This settlement is a traditional one and not yet been changed, the people there still holds to the traditional belief and customs. It is hilly and the people come down for anything, they have a fence surrounding their town and watchmen all the day against invaders. The ruler of these people is seen once a year by his subject, he only comes out once a year during one festival. Infact the subjects’ sees their ruler as the Creator, God and therefore, hails him equal to God.
THE TOMB OF ABDULLAHI FODIO
The tomb of Abdullahi Fodio the brother of Sheikh Usman Danfodio the great jihadist of the 9th century, the tomb is located at Gwandu in Gwandu Local Government Area. Abdullahi Fodio also participated in theJihad and he played a role in the 19th century jihad, he was the founder of Gwandu Empire and rule this place until his death up to today his descendents still rule this great place.
The tomb of Abdullahi Fodio the brother of Sheikh Usman Danfodio the great jihadist of the 9th century, the tomb is located at Gwandu in Gwandu Local Government Area. Abdullahi Fodio also participated in theJihad and he played a role in the 19th century jihad, he was the founder of Gwandu Empire and rule this place until his death up to today his descendents still rule this great place.
MUSEUMS
The KEBBI STATE government owns and maintain three museums, these are: KANTA - Argungu in this museum are relics of KEBBI rulers right from the time of KANTA the founder of KEBBI EMPIRE. The other two are the ZURU museum and the YAURI museum.
The KEBBI STATE government owns and maintain three museums, these are: KANTA - Argungu in this museum are relics of KEBBI rulers right from the time of KANTA the founder of KEBBI EMPIRE. The other two are the ZURU museum and the YAURI museum.
Other places of interest
ARGUNGU EMIR'S PALACE
YAURI EMIR'S PALACE
ZURU EMIR'S PALACE
GWANDU EMIR'S PALACE
YAURI EMIR'S PALACE
ZURU EMIR'S PALACE
GWANDU EMIR'S PALACE
ARTS & CRAFT EXHIBITION
CULTURAL DANCES & MUSICAL EVENTS
AGRICULTURAL FAIR
TRADITIONAL BOXING & WRESTLING
ARCHERY COMPETITION
RACING EVENTS: DONKEY RACES, BOATING RACES, BICYCLE RACES ETC
MOTOR RALLY
KAMBARI FESTIVAL AT NGASKI, YAURI EMIRATE BY THE KAMBARI TRIBE
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Zuru, Birnin Kebbi.Nasara Hotel
Birnin Kebbi
State Hotel and Guest House
Brinin Kebbi.
Nasara Hotel
Birnin Kebbi.
Zuru, Birnin Kebbi.Nasara Hotel
Birnin Kebbi
State Hotel and Guest House
Brinin Kebbi.
Nasara Hotel
Birnin Kebbi.
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HOTELS IN KEBBI STATE
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