Arrangements and schedules were made for Sarki Sidi Bage Annual Dembe Competition in 2020 but got held up as the result of the deadly virus “Corona” that hit the world.
The good news now is that the Traditional Boxing event has finally resurfaced and all arrangements are in place to entertain everyone with this one of its kind event proudly brought to you by Nasarawa International Festival Group (NIFESTNG) in collaboration with Nasarawa State Ministry Of Youths And Sports.
The event will feature great traditional boxers in Nasarawa state that will trill the audience.
There would be special appearances by the state Governor His Excellency Engr. Abdullahi A. Sule, the Emir of Lafia, HRH. Hon. Justice Sidi Bage Mohammed and the convener of Nifestng Major Bello Akwanga Mainasara.
Music performance by Abdul S Tynking, Raven, SUG, A.b.k, Khairat, and El-mansur Aliyu. 
Competition Prizes
winners would be rewarded with the following;
1st prize a big Ram
2nd prize 40k
3rd prize 25k
Date: 21st – 23rd May, 2021
Venue: Lafia City Hall
Time: 3:00pm daily
Gate fee: N200 daily and N300 on the final day.
THE EVENT IS TO PROMOTE NASARAWA STATE FILM VILLAGE AND RESORT (NASARAWOOD)
