[3][4] It became the capital on September 23, 1987 when Akwa Ibom was created from the former Cross River State.

[10] Victor Attah International Airport is located in the capital city of Akwa Ibom.

Gov Umo Eno is raising the literacy rate of our people through the sustenance of free and compulsory education projects.

[13][14][15][16] The average wind vector in Uyo, which is greatly influenced by terrain and other local characteristics, is discussed in this section.

The more tranquil period lasts 7.6 months, with December having the lowest average speed of 4.0 miles per hour.