December 23, 2025

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Your Complete Guide to Attending the Historic Obot Akara Day Today

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to connect with the rich culture of Akwa Ibom today, then this is it. Obot Akara Local Government Day is happening today, Tuesday, 23rd December 2025, as part of the much-talked-about Christmas Unplugged 3.0, and it promises to be a memorable celebration of heritage, identity, and community pride.

 

This is not just another event on the calendar. It is a carefully curated cultural showcase where the people of Obot Akara come together to tell their story  through music, dance, art, and tradition.

Event Details at a Glance

What:Obot Akara Local Government Day (Christmas Unplugged 3.0)

When:Today, Tuesday, 23rd December 2025

Time:12:00 PM prompt

Where: Christmas Village, Udo Udoma Avenue, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State

Host:Rt. Hon. Simon Dominic Akpan and the good people of Obot Akara

Who Can Attend: The general public, stakeholders, indigenes, friends, and lovers of culture

 

Why You Should Be There

Obot Akara Day is a proud moment for the people and a cultural gift to Akwa Ibom State. It is a formal and intentional presentation of Obot Akara’s traditions, values, and history the kind you don’t experience every day.

By attending, you’re doing more than showing up. You’re:

Celebrating the cultural diversity that makes Akwa Ibom special

Supporting community-driven storytelling and heritage preservation

Exposing yourself and your family to authentic cultural expressions

It’s  family-friendly, educational, and entertaining  a perfect blend of culture and celebration.

How to Make the Most of Your Experience

Arrive early to get a good viewing position and witness the opening ceremonies.

Pay attention to performances; many of them carry deep historical and cultural meanings.

Engage respectfully with cultural displays and traditional crafts  don’t be shy to ask polite questions.

Come with an open mind and heart, ready to learn, appreciate, and celebrate.

Most importantly, soak in the atmosphere. The music, colours, stories, and pride on display are all part of the Obot Akara experience.

Be Part of History Today

Events like this don’t happen every day. Obot Akara Local Government Day at Christmas Unplugged 3.0 is a living reminder that culture is not just something we read about  it is something we experience together.

If you’re in Uyo today, make it a date. Come out, show support,

and be part of a truly historic cultural moment.