About Us

Welcome to Uyai Akwa Ibom Educational Resources 

At Uyai Akwa Ibom Educational Resources, we are a family trio - aunt, uncle, and niece - united by our deep love for our vibrant culture. Our journey began from a burning desire to share the richness of our heritage with the world.
Driven by this passion, we embarked on creating the Ikọ Ibibio series. Our inspiration came from noticing a gap in language resources for children and adults. While languages like Yoruba, Hausa, and Igbo had resources featuring relatable characters, Ibibio and other indigenous languages in Akwa Ibom was underrepresented. Determined to change this narrative, we joined forces to craft the Ikọ Ibibio series, aimed at both children and adults, fostering a love for the indigenous languages and culture.

Our mission is to empower individuals, one person at time to foster a deep deeper understanding and appreciation for our language and heritage, thus contributing to the global pursuit of cultural diversity, linguistic sustainability, and inclusive education.
We envision a world where our language, our customs, our food and our people are celebrated globally. That starts with us and with the most foundational aspect of culture - language.

Values

Empowerment: We value the empowerment of individuals, recognizing that every person has the potential to contribute to the preservation and promotion of the Akwa Ibom culture.

Cultural Appreciation: We prioritize fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for our language and heritage, promoting pride and respect for Akwa Ibom's rich cultural traditions.

Diversity: We celebrate cultural diversity and recognize its importance in enriching communities. Through our efforts, we aim to promote inclusivity and respect for all cultural backgrounds.

Education for Sustainability: We believe in the transformative power of education to sustain languages, cultures, and traditions. By advocating for inclusive education, we contribute to the global pursuit of linguistic sustainability and cultural preservation.

The Team

Itoro Akpan Co-founder & CEO
Itoro a Lecturer at Staffordshire University is passionate about promoting and preserving the indigenous languages in Akwa Ibom. She is an author of over 10 children’s books.
Founder of The Nook by UAIER - a kids library with over 400 foreign and indigenous story books.

Eduwem Akpan Co-Founder & COO

Eduwem is a dedicated lead radiographer with a strong passion for preserving cultural heritage. As the chairman of the Mboho Mbkparawa Ibibio Manchester Chapter, he plays a vital role in fostering community connections and promoting the rich traditions of the Ibibio people.

Aniekeme Umoh Co-Founder & CTO
Aniekeme, a VP of Operations at Miva Open University, Nigeria’s foremost private online university, designed to equip learners with in-demand skills for the modern workforce.
Founder and lead consultant at Aniekeme Admissions Consulting, successfully supporting clients to admissions at the top US business schools.

Francis Onuk - Illustrator