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State in Nigeria
Akwa Ibom (pronunciation) is a state in the South-South geopolitical zone of Nigeria. It borders Cross River State to the east, Rivers State and Abia State
Akwa_Ibom_State
Topics referred to by the same term
Akwa may refer to: Akwá, Fabrice Akwa (born 1977), Angolan footballer Obed Akwa, Ghanaian soldier People from Akwa Ibom, Nigeria People from Akwa Akpa
Akwa
Angolan footballer (born 1977)
Akwá, is an Angolan former professional footballer who played as a forward for the Angola national team. From his international debut in 1995, Akwá represented
Akwá
Conglomerate company headquartered in Casablanca
Akwa Group is a private Moroccan conglomerate founded and owned by the Akhannouch and Wakrim families, from whom the group takes its name. The group operates
Akwa_Group
List of government ministries, Nigeria
ministries of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Each ministry is headed by the commissioner, assisted by a Permanent Secretary. Akwa Ibom State Government, Akwa Ibom State
List of ministries, agencies and commissions in Akwa Ibom State
List_of_ministries,_agencies_and_commissions_in_Akwa_Ibom_State
Nigerian football club
Akwa United Football Club is a Nigerian football club based in Uyo, Akwa Ibom. They play in the Nigeria National League, the second division of Nigerian
Akwa_United_F.C.
Airport serving Uyo, Nigeria
(IATA: QUO, ICAO: DNAI), is an airport serving Uyo, the capital city of Akwa Ibom State in Nigeria. The airport is 24 kilometres (15 miles) Southeast
Victor Attah International Airport
Victor_Attah_International_Airport
Igbo Traditional Festival
Iwa AkwaListen or AjuListen Festival which can also be translated as Cloth Wearing is a traditional ceremony that is practised by the Igbo people to indicate
Iwa_Akwa
Udoma representing Akwa Ibom South, John James Akpan Udo-Edehe representing Akwa Ibom North-East and Bob Ittak Ekarika representing Akwa Ibom North-West
1999 Nigerian Senate elections in Akwa Ibom State
1999_Nigerian_Senate_elections_in_Akwa_Ibom_State
Companion of Muhammad in Islam
Salama ibn al-Akwaʿ (Arabic: سَلَمَة بن الأكْوَع) was one of the companions of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, the commander in the Expedition of Dhu Qarad
Salama_ibn_al-Akwa'
Nigerian fashion designer (born 1995)
"Nothing Less". Ruth Erikan James was born on 9 June 1995 in Nsit Atai, Akwa Ibom State where she also hails from. She was born into the family of Mr
Veekee_James
President of the Senate of Nigeria since 2023
Nigerian Senate since 2023. He was first elected as Senator representing Akwa Ibom North-West Senatorial District in 2015, lost in the 2019 senatorial
Godswill_Akpabio
Akwa Ibom State, located in the South South geopolitical zone of Nigeria, has been governed by a succession of military governors, administrators, and
List of governors of Akwa Ibom State
List_of_governors_of_Akwa_Ibom_State
Ministry in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
The Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Culture and Tourism is the state's government branch or ministry, responsible for planning, devising and implementing the
Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Akwa_Ibom_State_Ministry_of_Culture_and_Tourism
Nigerian football club
Dakkada Football Club (formerly Akwa Starlets Football Club) is a Nigerian football club. They played in the Nigerian Professional Football League after
Dakkada_F.C.
Senatorial district in Nigeria
Akwa Ibom North-West senatorial district in Akwa Ibom State covers 10 local government areas which comprise Abak, Essien, Etim Ekpo, Ika, Ikono, Ikot Ekpene
Akwa Ibom North-West senatorial district
Akwa_Ibom_North-West_senatorial_district
Public university in Nigeria
Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) is a public university owned by the Akwa Ibom State government. Unity of people with a passion to constantly seek knowledge
Akwa_Ibom_State_University
Public transport company in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria
The Akwa Ibom Transport Company (AKTC) is a state-owned transportation company headquartered in Uyo, Nigeria. Established in 1988, the company was founded
Akwa_Ibom_Transport_Company
Capital city of Akwa Ibom, Nigeria
(audio) is the capital of Akwa Ibom state located in South South, Nigeria. It became the capital on September 23, 1987 when Akwa Ibom was created from the
Uyo
Largest city and economic capital of Cameroon
"bona" means "descendant of". Akwa main places Akwa Kings Monument Palais Dika Akwa Akwa King tomb Bonalembe Baptist church Akwa Palace Bali, housing area
Douala
Sports venue in Uyo, Nigeria
Stadium (formerly Akwa Ibom International Stadium) is a 30,000 capacity national sports stadium located in Uyo, the state capital of Akwa Ibom. The stadium
Godswill Akpabio International Stadium
Godswill_Akpabio_International_Stadium
Moroccan fuel distribution company
distribution of petroleum products. Founded in 1959, it is a subsidiary of the Akwa Group, a diversified Moroccan conglomerate. The company operates an extensive
Afriquia
State Polytechnic in Nigeria
Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic is a tertiary learning institution in Ikot Osurua, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It was founded in 1991. The institution
Akwa_Ibom_State_Polytechnic
Executive, legislative and judicial branches of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Akwa Ibom State Government is the government of Akwa Ibom, concerned with the administration of the state ministries. The government consists of Executive
Government_of_Akwa_Ibom_State
Ibibio kingdom
Obot Okon Ita. The Mbot Abasi kingdom was located at the boundary between Akwa Ibom and, Abia State in Nigeria. Around 1630, a group of Igbo from Abiriba
Mbot_Abasi_Kingdom
The Akwa Ibom state college of education is a college located in Afaha Nsit, Etinan, Akwa Ibom state in Nigeria. It was established on 10 January 1991
Akwa Ibom state college of education
Akwa_Ibom_state_college_of_education
Nigerian footballer (born 2006)
before transferring to Akwa United in the mid-season transfer window of 2023–24. The 17-year-old forward was instrumental in Akwa United's efforts during
Suleman_Sani
Akwa Ibom's delegation in Nigeria's National Assembly
Nigerian National Assembly delegation from Akwa Ibom comprises two Senators representing Akwa Ibom North-East and Akwa Ibom North-West, and six Representatives
Nigerian National Assembly delegation from Akwa Ibom
Nigerian_National_Assembly_delegation_from_Akwa_Ibom
Nigerian football tournament
Retrieved 24 February 2026. "Akwa United Offor wins 3 straight coach of the month awards". leadership.ng. Retrieved 30 March 2026. "Akwa United's coach, player
2025–26 Nigeria National League
2025–26_Nigeria_National_League
Senatorial District in Nigeria
Akwa Ibom North-East senatorial district in Akwa Ibom State covers nine local government areas, which are Ibiono Ibom, Itu, Uyo, Uruan, Ibesikpo Asutan
Akwa Ibom North-East senatorial district
Akwa_Ibom_North-East_senatorial_district
The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly is the state legislature of Akwa Ibom State in Nigeria. It is located at Udoudoma Avenue, a business district. The
Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly
Akwa_Ibom_State_House_of_Assembly
Ghanaian military officer (born 1955)
Lieutenant General Obed Boamah Akwa (born 20 June 1955) is a retired Ghanaian military officer who served as the Chief of the Defence Staff of the Ghana
Obed_Akwa
2023 gubernatorial election in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Akwa Ibom State gubernatorial election took place on 18 March 2023, to elect the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, concurrent with elections to the Akwa Ibom
2023 Akwa Ibom State gubernatorial election
2023_Akwa_Ibom_State_gubernatorial_election
Beaches in Nigeria
Beaches in Nigeria is a list of notable beaches along the Atlantic coast and the Gulf of Guinea in Nigeria. The country's coastline stretches across several
List_of_beaches_in_Nigeria
Ministry in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
The Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Health is the state government ministry, charged with the responsibility to plan, devise and implement the state policies
Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Health
Akwa_Ibom_State_Ministry_of_Health
Moroccan businessman
Moroccan businessman. Ali and his younger brother Jamal shares ownership of Akwa Group with Aziz Akhannouch and his family. The two men's fathers partnered
Ali_Wakrim
Nigerian politician (born 1966)
1966) is a Nigerian politician and accountant who served as governor of Akwa Ibom State from 2015 to 2023. He contested for the office of governor in
Udom_Gabriel_Emmanuel
Family of languages spoken in Nigeria
speakers. Efik-Ibibio is a dialect cluster spoken by about 15 million people of Akwa Ibom State and about 5 million people of Cross River States of Nigeria, making
Ibibio-Efik_languages
Nigerian politician and clergy (born 1964)
politician who is the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. He was the former Commissioner for Lands and Water Resources in Akwa Ibom State, and the founder
Umo_Eno
Ethnic group
Local Government Areas in Akwa Ibom State: Abak, Essien Udim, Etim Ekpo, Ika, Ikot Ekpene, Obot Akara, Oruk Anam, Ukanafun in Akwa Ibom State. The Anaang
Anaang_people
Public beach and amusement park
one of the beaches on the Atlantic Ocean along the shorelines of Ibeno in Akwa Ibom State. It is the longest sand beach in West Africa Qua Iboe River estuary
Ibeno_Beach
Eye drops for relieving dryness and irritation in the eye
Artificial tears are lubricating eye drops used to relieve dryness and irritation of the ocular surface. Dry eye syndrome (keratoconjunctivitis sicca)
Artificial_tears
LGA in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
located in the South South of Nigeria and is a Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The Local Government Area occupies a landmass of approximately
Itu,_Nigeria
Christmas park in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria
Akwa Ibom State Christmas Village is an annual holiday market event in Unity Park, Udo Udoma Avenue in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It is usually set up
Akwa_Ibom_Christmas_Village
Political party
The Akwa Ibom State Peoples Democratic Party, based in Uyo is the official state level chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State
Akwa Ibom State Peoples Democratic Party
Akwa_Ibom_State_Peoples_Democratic_Party
Nigerian nuclear power plant
gas-fired power plant located in Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State. The company has its corporate office in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital with a liaison office
Ibom_Power_Plant
feared dead, 20 injured in stampede at Akwa Ibom new stadium". Premium Times. Retrieved 8 November 2014. "Akwa Ibom Stadium will host world class matches
List of football stadiums in Nigeria
List_of_football_stadiums_in_Nigeria
Senatorial district in Nigeria
Akwa Ibom South senatorial district in Akwa Ibom State in Nigeria covers 12 local government areas. These areas include Ikot Abasi, Mkpat Enin, Eastern
Akwa Ibom South senatorial district
Akwa_Ibom_South_senatorial_district
Islam in Akwa Ibom State is a minority religion; the state is overwhelmingly Christian, but Islam has a documented presence dating to settlement of migrant
Islam_in_Akwa_Ibom_State
Commissioner for Justice in Akwa Ibom State. Nwoko was born on 27 October 1964 in Abiakana, in Ika Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. In 1972, Nwoko
Uwemedimo_Nwoko
Akwa Boni (c. 1708 - died c. 1790), was a sovereign Queen of the Baoulé people. The niece of Queen Pokou, she inherited the throne in around 1760 and ruled
Akwa_Boni
Ministry in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
The Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Finance is the state government ministry, charged with the responsibility to plan, devise and implement the Akwa Ibom State
Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Finance
Akwa_Ibom_State_Ministry_of_Finance
Nigerian beauty pageant (born 1984)
titleholder who was crowned Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria 2014. She represented Akwa Ibom State, south-south Nigeria and represented Nigeria in the Miss World
Iheoma_Nnadi
LGA and town in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Etim EkpoAudio is a town and Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The area has 11 wards. It shares boundaries with Abia state, Abak, Ukan
Etim_Ekpo
Nigerian Politician (born 1942)
who is currently serving in the 10th Senate as Senator representing the Akwa Ibom North-East Senatorial District and Deputy Chairman of the Senate Committee
Aniekan_Bassey
2015 Nigerian Senate election in Akwa Ibom State
in Akwa Ibom State was held on March 28, 2015, to elect members of the Nigerian Senate to represent Akwa Ibom State. Bassey Albert representing Akwa Ibom
2015 Nigerian Senate elections in Akwa Ibom State
2015_Nigerian_Senate_elections_in_Akwa_Ibom_State
Bantu language of northwest Angola
for Akwa Mbundu, where 'Akwa' means 'from', or 'of', or more originally 'originally from' and 'belonging to'. In Kimbundu language, the particle Akwa is
Kimbundu
King of Opobo and palm oil merchant, c. 1821–1891
first king (amanyanabo) of the Opobo Kingdom in present-day Rivers State and Akwa Ibom State of Nigeria. Originally belonging to the Igbo ethnicity, he was
Jaja_of_Opobo
Town in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria
Akwa Obio Effiat is an Effiat Town in Mbo local government area of Akwa Ibom state in Nigeria. "Towns & Villages in Mbo « Akwa Ibom State « Nigeria". Ating
Akwa_Obio_Effiat
Bantu language spoken in the DR Congo
Province. The Bapende used to call themselves Akwa Nzumba (in Kasai), Akwa Thunda (in Gungu), or Akwa Mbongo (in Idiofa). Pende at Ethnologue (18th ed
Pende_language
Festival celebrated in South Southern Nigeria
The Annang Festival of Arts and Culture is celebrated in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom, a region located in South Southern Nigeria. The festival was initiated
Annang Festival of Arts and Culture
Annang_Festival_of_Arts_and_Culture
Stadium in Douala, Cameroon
Stade Samuel Mbappé Léppé formally Stade Akwa is a multi-use stadium in Douala, Cameroon. It is currently used mostly for football matches. It serves as
Stade_Mbappé_Léppé
Major geopolitical division in modern Nigeria
Anambra State, Ebonyi State, Enugu, and Imo States. South South: Consisting of Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, and Rivers States. South West: Consisting
Geopolitical_zones_of_Nigeria
Ministry in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
The Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Information and Strategy is the state government's ministry, charged with the responsibility to plan, devise and implement
Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Information and Strategy
Akwa_Ibom_State_Ministry_of_Information_and_Strategy
Nigerian jurist
January 1963) is a Nigerian jurist who currently serves as the Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State. Ekaette Francesca Fabian-Obot was born on 7 January 1963 in Lagos
Ekaette_Francesca_Fabian-Obot
Nigerian politician
politician from Nsit-Ubium in Akwa Ibom State of Nigeria. He is the member representing Nsit-Ubium State Constituency in the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly
Otobong_Bob
Nigerian politician
Nigerian politician who served as Commissioner for Culture and Tourism in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria starting in July 2023. He was succeeded by Anietie Udofia
Charles_Udoh
Ethnic group in southern Nigeria
Ibom, are a coastal people in southern Nigeria. They are mostly found in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, and the eastern part of Abia State.[citation needed] During
Ibibio_people
Ministry in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
The Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Justice is the Nigerian state government ministry, concerned with the administration of justice. The Ministry is under
Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Justice
Akwa_Ibom_State_Ministry_of_Justice
Nigerian airline
Ibom Air is a Nigerian airline owned by the Akwa Ibom State Government. The airline flies domestically, regionally and internationally. Commercial flights
Ibom_Air
LGA in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Ika (Ika-Annang; also Ika Ibom) is a Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The headquarters of the Ika local government area is Urua Inyang
Ika,_Nigeria
Worship centre in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Akwa Ibom International Worship Center is located in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state, Nigeria. The Akwa Ibom International Worship Center was built under the administration
Akwa Ibom International Worship Center
Akwa_Ibom_International_Worship_Center
Hotel and golf resort in Nigeria
luxury five star hotel and golf resort in Uyo, Akwa Ibom established in 2007 by the Government of Akwa Ibom State under the governorship of Victor Attah
Ibom_Hotels_and_Golf_Resort
Public plaza / commercial hub in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
public and commercial space located in the heart of Uyo, the capital city of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It serves as a civic, recreational, and commercial hub
Ibom_plaza
2019 Nigerian Senate election in Akwa Ibom State
Akwa Ibom State was held on February 23, 2019, to elect members of the Nigerian Senate to represent Akwa Ibom State. Bassey Albert representing Akwa Ibom
2019 Nigerian Senate elections in Akwa Ibom State
2019_Nigerian_Senate_elections_in_Akwa_Ibom_State
Country in West Africa
of the sites, but it is believed that the nuclear plants will be sited in Akwa Ibom State and Kogi State. The sites are planned to house two plants each
Nigeria
Nigerian politician (born 1960)
politician, serving as the current Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State. She served as the senator for Akwa Ibom South from 2019 to 2023. Before being elected
Akon_Eyakenyi
Nigerian politician
politician from Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. He was born on 18 September 1967. He is currently serving as a senator representing the Akwa Ibom South District
Akpan_Ekong_Sampson
Nigerian politician
politician and administrator. He served as a member of the Executive Council of Akwa Ibom State, where he held cabinet positions as Commissioner for Local Government
Victor_Antia
Nigerian kidnapper
Uduak-Abasi Akpan, also known as Ezekiel Uduak Akpan, is a Nigerian from Uyo in Akwa Ibom State who was found guilty of kidnapping Iniubong Umoren, known as Hiny
Killing_of_Iniubong_Umoren
Nigerian economist and professor
Emeritus Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Ekpo is also the Chairman of the Foundation for Economic
Akpan_Hogan_Ekpo
Place in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria
a central village and the headquarters of Uruan local government area of Akwa Ibom state in Nigeria. Edun is politically segmented to belong to Uruan Central
Idu,_Akwa_Ibom_State
Nigerian politician
and public administrator who has served as the Commissioner for Education, Akwa Ibom State since his appointment in February 2025. He is a professor of history
Ubong_Essien_Umoh
25th season in existence of Akwa United
Heartland v Akwa United Akwa United v Kano Pillars Adamawa United v Akwa United Akwa United v Katsina United Nasarawa United v Akwa United Akwa United v
2020–21 Akwa United F.C. season
2020–21_Akwa_United_F.C._season
The Akwa Ibom State Association of Nigeria, USA Inc. (AKISAN) National Convention is the highest legislative activity of AKISAN and is generally held in
AKISAN_National_Convention
Ministry in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
The Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Agricultural Resources is the state government ministry, charged with the responsibility to plan, devise and implement
Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Agricultural Resources
Akwa_Ibom_State_Ministry_of_Agricultural_Resources
Expressway in Nigeria
State, Ondo State, Edo State, Delta State, Bayelsa State, Rivers State, and Akwa Ibom State, before ending in Calabar. The project is intended to physically
Lagos-Calabar_Coastal_Highway
Carol Festival in Nigeria
The Akwa Ibom Christmas Carols Festival is a large gathering of carol singers in Nigeria. A concert featuring 25,272 carol singers at the Akwa Ibom Stadium
Akwa Ibom Christmas Carols Festival
Akwa_Ibom_Christmas_Carols_Festival
Ministry in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
The Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Education is the state government's ministry tasked with overseeing the education sector in the state, policy formulation
Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Education
Akwa_Ibom_State_Ministry_of_Education
Town in Akwa Ibom state, Nigeria
City, or IK in short form is a historic town in the south-southern state of Akwa Ibom, Nigeria. It is the political and cultural capital of the Annang ethnic
Ikot_Ekpene
Nigerian politician (born 1983)
Strategy, and Special Duties in Akwa Ibom State and the former state publicity secretary of Peoples Democratic Party in Akwa Ibom State of Nigeria. He is
Ini_Ememobong
Stadium in Nigeria
located in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It is used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of Akwa United F.C. of the Nigerian
Uyo_Township_Stadium
Nigerian politician
20 November 1938) is a Nigerian politician who served as the Governor of Akwa Ibom State from 29 May 1999 to 29 May 2007. He was a member of the Board
Victor_Attah
The 2023 Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly election took place on 11 March 2023, to elect members of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly. The election
2023 Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly election
2023_Akwa_Ibom_State_House_of_Assembly_election
Language
Akwa is a Bantu language of the Republic of Congo. Akwa at Ethnologue (18th ed., 2015) (subscription required) Jouni Filip Maho, 2009. New Updated Guthrie
Akwa_language
Annual Christmas cultural and entertainment festival in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
festival held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The festival takes place from 1 December to 1 January at Unity Park (also known as Akwa Ibom Christmas village)
Christmas Unplugged Festival (Akwa Ibom State)
Christmas_Unplugged_Festival_(Akwa_Ibom_State)
State of Nigeria
State, to the west by Ebonyi State and Abia State, and to the southwest by Akwa Ibom State while its eastern border forms part of the national border with
Cross_River_State
27th season in existence of Akwa United
announced. Akwa United v Bendel Insurance Enyimba v Akwa United Nasarawa United v Akwa United Akwa United v Plateau United Kwara United v Akwa United Akwa United
2022–23 Akwa United F.C. season
2022–23_Akwa_United_F.C._season
Prime Minister of Morocco since 2021
served as Minister of Agriculture from 2007 to 2021 and is also the CEO of Akwa Group. His political career has been generally characterized by several controversies
Aziz_Akhannouch
established independence from the Bell lineage in the late 18th century. The Akwa lineage followed suit sometime in the early 19th century. Each of these families
List_of_rulers_of_the_Duala
AKWA
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Boy/Male
Biblical
Bitter, to provoke.
Boy/Male
Tamil
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian, Tamil
One who Brings Good Fortune for Everyone
Surname or Lastname
English (Norfolk)
English (Norfolk) : habitational name from a place in Norfolk, named in Old English with þeodo- ‘people’ + ford ‘ford’.
Boy/Male
Arabic, Muslim
Sword
Boy/Male
Muslim/Islamic
Deputy Second in Command
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian, Telugu
Hundered Eyes
Girl/Female
Hindu
Always in motion, Bestowing Moksha salvation
Boy/Male
Arabic, Muslim
Perfecting; Completing
Boy/Male
Tamil
Lord Shiva
AKWA
AKWA
AKWA
AKWA
AKWA