An opportunity exists for foreign and local investors to develop one of Kwara State's largest festivals, the Patigi Regatta, into a world-class event.
The Patigi Regatta Festival is a glamorous cultural festival that is popular among the people of Kwara State and Niger State. The festival which compares favourably with the Argungu Fishing Festival in Kebbi State has the potential of attracting both domestic and international tourists.
With a view of making the festival an annual event, the Kwara State government had constructed a motel, executive lodge and VIP chalets some kilometres away from the river where the event is staged.
Benefits associated with the Patigi Regatta Festival
With the revival of the Patigi Regatta Festival, Kwara State is expected to reap the following benefits:
Development required
The development required for this festival is as follows:
Contact Details Investors interested in this project should contact Fela Ibidapo, Special Assistant to the Executive Governor, Kwara State (Investments) at infonigeria@gan.co.za
