By Ifiokabasi Abia Uyo, the calm and welcoming capital of Akwa Ibom State, is steadily emerging as a city of new possibilities. Blessed with a green and serene environment, rich African continental cuisine, and a growing reputation for hospitality, the city is increasingly attracting attention for tourism, business, leisure, and innovation. In a defining moment for its evolution, Uyo is set to host the maiden Nigeria Tech Rally, a move widely seen as a bold transition from a traditionally civil service–driven economy to a fast-rising technology destination. The historic rally, scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on January 27, 2026, is being organized by the Hi-Tech Centre for Women and Youths, Uyo, in collaboration with the National Board for Technology Incubation, Abuja. The event is expected to spark a new wave of innovation, optimism, and economic opportunity across the South South region and beyond. More than a routine technology gathering, the Nigeria Tech Rally comes at a critical point in ...