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About Uyo Local Government Area

About Us

Welcome to Uyo LGA

Uyo Local Government Area is one of the 31 local government areas in Akwa Ibom State, in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Uyo, the capital city of Akwa Ibom State, serves as the administrative headquarters of the state.

The Local Government is committed to sustainable development, effective service delivery, and improving the standard of living for all residents through good governance, infrastructure development, and community empowerment. With a focus on people-centred leadership and inclusive growth, Uyo Local Government continues to promote initiatives that enhance economic development, strengthen communities, and create opportunities for all.

Akwa Ibom State
State Capital
500,000+
Population
362km²
Land Area
1976
Established
Uyo City
Headquarters
11 Wards
LGA Wards
Ibibio & English
Languages
Uwemedimo E. Udo, PhD.
Uwemedimo E. Udo, PhD.
Executive Chairman, Uyo LGA
Chairman's Message

A Message of Hope & Progress

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Uyo Local Government Area, the Capital City and the vibrant heart of Akwa Ibom State, a place of opportunity, innovation, and rich cultural heritage. This website has been created to serve as a reliable gateway for residents, investors, development partners, tourists, and friends of our local government to access information about our past present and future administrations, programmes, services, and development initiatives. We are committed to promoting transparency, accountability, and effective communication by making government more accessible to everyone. Uyo Local Government Area is blessed with industrious people, a peaceful environment, and immense potential for economic growth and sustainable development. As an administration, we remain dedicated to improving the quality of life of our citizens through responsible governance, infrastructure development, youth and women empowerment, environmental sustainability, quality education, healthcare, and strategic partnerships that drive progress. We invite you to explore this platform, stay informed about our activities, access our services, and share your ideas and feedback. Together, we can build a stronger, more prosperous, and inclusive Uyo Local Government Area for present and future generations. Thank you for visiting our official website. We appreciate your interest and look forward to partnering with you as we continue to advance the development of our great local government. Welcome to Uyo Local Government Area—where progress, excellence, and opportunity thrive. “Uyo - The Land of Greatness “ Uwemedimo Udo, Ph.D Executive Chairman Uyo Local Government Area

Our Vision

To be a model local government of excellence in governance, infrastructure, and service delivery that promotes the wellbeing of every resident of Uyo LGA.

Our Mission

To deliver efficient, transparent and accountable governance; develop infrastructure and ensure equitable distribution of resources for the socio-economic development of Uyo LGA.

Core Values

  • Integrity & Transparency
  • Accountability
  • Community Participation
  • Inclusive Development
  • Rule of Law