Thousands of fishermen descended Saturday on the milky waters of the Matan Fadan river, a UNESCO heritage site that snakes through lush vegetation at the town of Argungu in Nigeria’s northwest.

Days of competition culminate in a fishing contest rooted in efforts to cement local peace.

Nigeria’s federal government supports a range of iconic festivals that celebrate the country’s rich culture as of 2026. Legit.ng highlights these events.

The Nigeria Cultural Parade and Festival is happening this weekend at Root Memorial Square, celebrating Nigerian Independence Day, featuring a parade, live music and dance, family activities, and food ...

Brampton’s Gage Park came alive as the Flavours of Nigeria Festival returned for its second edition, offering a vivid celebration of Nigeria’s culture, heritage, and tourism. The festival, themed “A ...

Africa’s first sustainable recycling festival, Artistic Pulse Festival (APF) is set to celebrate the best of Nigeria’s creativity, culture, and commerce. Scheduled from December 3-7 at the Remembrance ...

Through dazzling beadwork, a mixed-media art exhibit in Palm Beach County celebrates African Yoruba heritage and family traditions from a rising Nigerian star in global contemporary art. Multimedia ...