Uyo is the capital city of Akwa Ibom State in South South Nigeria. It was home to about 428,000 people in 2006. It is home to the University of Uyo.
Ibibio speakers make up the majority of the population. They are mostly farmers, fishers and traders. Travellers will find many types of seafood available in this coastal town, including fish, prawns, periwinkles, crabs and lobsters. The climate of the state allows for favorable cultivation and extraction of agricultural and forest products such as palm produce, rubber, cocoa, rice, cassava, yam, plantain, banana, maize, and timber. In Uyo State maize (Zea mays L) is cultivated on a large scale.
Transportation: Taxicabs, buses and ferries dominate public transport. They are usually inexpensive and are often used for multi passenger pick ups.
1 Godswill Akpabio International Stadium. (updated Jun 2021) Ibibio Museum, Udo Udoma Ave, ☏ +234 7089444438. 9AM-6PM. (updated Jul 2022) Ibom Plaza — A prominent public square in the centre of Uyo, known for its fountains, landscaped surroundings and open-air spaces. It is a popular meeting point and landmark in the city, with shops, restaurants and other businesses in the surrounding area. The plaza is also located on the historic site of the former Independent Square.
1 Akwa Ibom Christmas Carols Festival, Uyo Township Stadium. Akwa Ibom Christmas Carols Festival is one of the biggest annual events held in Akwa Ibom State which features a host of worshippers and large assembly of carol singers raising voices in worship to God. (updated Dec 2021) 2 Orange September, Ibom Hall, info@orangeseptember.ng. Orange September is an annual festival showcasing the culture of Akwa Ibom State, groups, troupes and floats. (updated Dec 2021) Ibeno Beach: Located in Ibeno LGA, Ibeno beach is a 30 km-long beach of clean sea sand that attracts visitors and tourists both within and outside the country on a regular basis.
1 Onyx Creamery, Onyx Creamery, Oron Rd. 8AM–9PM. Dine-in and takeaway are available. ₦1,000–10,000. (updated Jan 2022) 2 Vista Restaurant, Nwaniba Road (at IBOM Golf Course), ☏ +234 706 407 8224, +234 808 052 7411. Daily 7AM-10PM. An all-day dining restaurant that serves tasty food menus for lunch and dinner buffet. Nigerian and Mediterranean food. (updated Mar 2022) Food Affairs, No 93 Ikot Ekpene Road, ☏ +234 802 749 6500, +234 806 344 4005, customercare@foodaffairsng.com. (updated Jul 2024) Kilimanjaro Restaurant, 165 Oron Road; 189 Ikot Ekpene Road, ☏ +234 807 509 1477, +234 815 065 4968, uyo@sundryfood.com. Dine in. Take-away.
Fresh Palm Wine (Ukot):' Tapped fresh daily from the native raffia palm groves surrounding the city valleys. It is milky, sweet, and lower in alcohol when fresh in the morning. Champion Beer: The locally brewed national lager of Akwa Ibom State, served ice-cold at open-air bars.Cozy indoor hotel cocktail lounges can be found clustered within the secure GRA (Government Reservation Area) districts for late-night socializing.
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In Sep, Uyo typically sees ~28°C daytime highs and 30 rainy days.
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