Nwonyo Fishing Festival Lake
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Nwonyo Fishing Festival Lake

Home of West Africa's Giant Catfish

Destination Overview

Host to Nigeria's oldest fishing festival since 1818. Thousands of fishermen leap into the lake simultaneously using traditional hand nets to catch massive catfish weigh-ins.

Key Travel Highlights

200-Year Old Festival
Giant Catfish Catches
Canoe Regattas
Traditional Cultural Dances

Aerial Drone Footage