Akpu is eaten and loved by many. Even with its smell, it still has a large population that eats it. When served hot with a nice hot soup, it may be a very nice experience.
One issue with some of those preparing Akpu-fufu is their bad way of disposing Akpu water. An akpu maker might dispose smelly akpu water on the street. This may lead to terrible public smell. To dispose Akpu water, it should be either poured in a special bucket and flushed in the toilet. How do I mean? Get a special bucket that is not used for making Akpu, always pour the Akpu water into that bucket, then flush the water. Clean up the place.
I learnt some Akpu don't smell. I may have eaten such.

Akpu can be an enjoyable meal if you get a good one and a nice soup.

After eating, just wash your hands. But why would you want to surpress the smell? It's beautiful especially when eaten with bitter leaves soup and some assorted meat