Story Behind the Artwork
“The Golden Catch of Argungu” is a celebration of the famous Argungu Fishing Festival in Kebbi State, Nigeria—a cultural spectacle that brings together tradition, courage, community, and the timeless relationship between people and the river.
The artwork captures the excitement of fishermen gathering at the water, waiting for the moment when the competition begins. With their traditional fishing equipment and boats, they enter the river in a powerful display of skill, strength, patience and determination.
The river at the centre of the story represents more than water. It symbolises life, heritage and continuity. For generations, rivers have provided food and livelihoods while serving as places where communities preserve their traditions.
