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Ikot Ekpene
City in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria
Overview
Ikot Ekpene is a lively city in Akwa Ibom, known for its cultural heritage, busy markets, and welcoming atmosphere. The city offers a mix of urban energy and traditional charm, making it a great gateway to southeastern Nigeria.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Akwa Ibom
Population
143,077
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
5.18°, 7.71°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$358
Local Cost
$179
Local Income
$150
Cashless
25
English
50
Temperature
25.7°C
Summer Avg
25.0°C
Winter Avg
25.8°C
Record High
34.5°C
Record Low
13.5°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
2315 mm
Internet Speed
29 Mbps
Upload
17 Mbps
Latency
46 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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