Akwa Ibom State

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/akwa-ibom-state

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1. Where is Akwa Ibom State?South-South geopolitical zone, Nigeria; borders Atlantic Ocean
2. What is the capital of Akwa Ibom State?Uyo
3. How many people live in Akwa Ibom State?Estimated 5.5 million (2016)
4. How big is Akwa Ibom State?30th largest state by land area in Nigeria
5. What is the major ethnic groups?Ibibio, Annang, Oron
6. What is the key economic sectors?Crude oil and natural gas production, agriculture, fishing

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