Drama at Nigeria’s Argungu festival as athletes collapse before finale

Several athletes collapsed and were rushed to hospital on Friday during pre-finale events at the annual Argungu Fishing Festival in northwestern Nigeria, as the centuries-old cultural celebration made a triumphant return after years of security-forced suspension.

The incidents occurred during endurance contests held ahead of the grand fishing competition, which draws thousands to Kebbi State.

Despite the medical emergencies, the…