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Uyo
City in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria
Overview
Uyo, the lively capital of Akwa Ibom, is famed for its lush greenery, friendly people, and busy local markets. The city blends traditional Nigerian culture with modern amenities, making it a welcoming destination for both business and leisure travelers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Akwa Ibom
Population
429,900
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
5.05°, 7.93°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$735
Local Cost
$290
Local Income
$125
Cashless
50
English
70
Temperature
25.9°C
Summer Avg
25.1°C
Winter Avg
26.1°C
Record High
33.7°C
Record Low
14.5°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
2931 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
QUO
Distance
27 km
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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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 58/100.
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