We are culturally homogenous with a common identity and linguistic heritage. Akwa Ibomites are as industrious and ingenious as they are hospitable. Majority of the rural populace engage in farming, fishing and raffia works. Other traditional occupations of the people are trading, wood carving, arts and craft creation, tailoring arts, pottery, iron works, hunting and blacksmithing. 

The state is historically acknowledged as being the most gifted state in Nigeria given its unique culture and is often described as a uni-cultural state where the norms, taboos, customs and traditions are the same, with similarities in folklores, songs, dances, cuisines, dressing, beliefs and myths. Our folkways may vary from one ethnic group to another, but the operational norms and culture are basically similar all over the state.   

The cultural similarities bind our people together especially in such areas as cuisines, dressing, dances, songs, rituals, folklores, beliefs, myths and marriage rites.  Almost all aspects of our culture have potentials to provide fascinating experiences for tourists and for investment in the State.