Mkpat Enin

Mkpat enin local government area is situated within Akwa Ibom state, South-south geopolitical zone of Nigeria. The LGA is bordered by the Ikot Abasi, Eastern Obolo, Oruk Anam, Onna, and Etinam LGAs. Towns and villages that make up Mkpat enin LGA include Ikpa Ibom, Ukpum minya, Ikotpa Ikotono, Ibiaku, Eka Nung Ukim, Ikot Obong, Ikot Eti, and Iffe. The estimated population of Mkpat enin LGA is put at 163,031 inhabitants with the area primarily populated by members of the Ibibio ethnic group. The Ibibio language is primarily spoken in the LGA while the religion of Christianity is widely practiced in the area. Popular indigenous dishes served in Mkpat enin LGA include the Oto stew while festivals held in the area include the Usoro Ekpo festival. Notable landmarks in Mkpat Enin LGA include the Campus of the Akwa Ibom state University of Technology.

GEOGRAPHY OF MKPAT ENIN

Mkpat Enin LGA covers a total area of 322 square kilometres and has an average temperature of 25 degrees centigrade. The estimated elevation of the LGA is put at 185 metres above sea level with the average humidity level in the LGA put at 83 percent.

ECONOMY OF MKPAT ENIN

Mkpat Enin LGA is rich in deposits of crude oil and natural gas and the activities of local and international oil mining firms in the LGA contributes immensely to the economic development of the area. Fishing is also a critical aspect of the economy of Mkpat enin LGA with the area’s rivers and streams being rich in seafood. Farming also flourishes in Mkpat enin LGA with crops such as plantain and vegetables grown in the area.