Oruk-Anam Media Roundtable, Oruk Anam, Uyo (2026)

23/02/2026

PRESS RELEASE

REP. IDEM RELEASES NOTICE FOR WARD NOMINATIONS FOR SOLAR POWER INSTALLATION AND DIGITAL MARKETING & E-BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT TRAININGS

In fulfillment of his commitment to train young constituents on relevant skills for sustainability and global competitiveness, the member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency and Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Public Procurement, Rep. Unyime Idem, Ph.D., has concluded plans to sponsor another set of 200 constituents on all-expense paid trainings on Solar power installation as well as Digital Marketing & e-business development.

Details of the trainings are as follows;

*SOLAR POWER INSTALLATION TRAINING*

- Number of trainees: 100

- Duration of training - 30 days

- Participants will be accommodated for the 30 days of the training in a hotel.

- Participants will be fed three times daily for the 30 days period of the training.

- Participants will be given starter packs and cash grants to set up their businesses at the end of the training.

*DIGITAL MARKETING & E-BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT TRAINING*

- Number of trainees: 100

- Duration of training - one week

- Participants will be accommodated for the one week period of the training in a hotel.

- Participants will be fed three times daily for the one week period of the training.

- Participants will be given laptops and cash grants to start up their e-business at the end of the training.

*GUIDELINES FOR NOMINATION OF TRAINEES*

To achieve this, Rep. Idem has outlined some guidelines for nomination of beneficiaries across the 24 wards of the Federal Constituency for the two trainings, as follows;

- Each ward is to hold a meeting and nominate 6 beneficiaries (three for solar power installation training, three for Digital Marketing & e-business development training).

- Ward elders are to sign the list of nominees before such nomination is accepted.

- Nomination of beneficiaries should be spread across the villages in the wards.

- Constituents who have already benefited from Rep. Idem's trainings and empowerments are not eligible to be nominated for the training.

- The process of nomination must be transparent and inclusive.

- Deadline of submission of nominees list is Wednesday 25th February, 2026.

- Details of nominees are;
Name.
Village.
WhatsApp compliant phone numbers.

- Hard copies of duly completed list of nominees and attached signatories should be submitted to the underlisted persons, not later than Wednesday 25th February, 2026;

Dianime Uko - 08089626385
For Ukanafun LGA

Sylvester Ebong - 08027349999
For Oruk Anam LGA

Note that the two trainings, which shall run separately, will commence on *1st March, 2026 and end on 31st March, 2026.*

Signed
Office of the member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency.

22/02/2026

𝗥𝗘𝗣. 𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗠 𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗔𝗦 𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗜𝗞𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗕𝗬 𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗠 𝗘𝗞𝗣𝗢 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗥𝗨𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗟

… 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗽𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝗿𝘂𝗸 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗺 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲𝗿

The member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency and Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Public Procurement, Rep. Unyime Idem, PhD., has been conferred the Chieftaincy title of 'Utueneikang Annang', meaning 'the Shining light of Annangland' by Etim Ekpo Traditional Rulers Council, over what the council describes as his outstanding contributions to leadership, community development and service to humanity.

Rep. Idem was conferred the honour on Sunday at the Palace of the Paramount Ruler of Etim Ekpo Local Government Area, HRM Akuku Prof. Amanam Udo, following his inability to attend the coronation/90th birthday celebration of the monarch, which held on 14th February, 2026, where he was earmarked for the conferment of the title.

Responding after being conferred the honour, Rep. Idem thanked the traditional institution for the recognition, and promised to continue to attract life-touching dividends of democracy to the people, while providing excellent representation at the National Assembly.

Rep. Idem later made a brief stopover at the palace of the Paramount Ruler of Ukanafun Local Government Area, HRM Akuku Engr. Amos Akpan, to congratulate him on his coronation which held on January 31, 2026.

During the brief visit, the Federal Lawmaker used the opportunity to announce that he will construct a new palace for the Paramount ruler of Oruk Anam Local Government Area Akuku Engr. Johnson Obosi, this year.

Recall that some weeks ago, Rep. Idem commissioned and handed over a reconstructed and fully furnished palace to the Paramount ruler of Ukanafun Local Government Area, as part of activities leading to his coronation ceremony.

02/02/2026

*REP. IDEM CANVASSES STRONG LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT FOR NIGERIA’S PROCUREMENT REFORMS*

The member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency and Chairman, Public Procurement Committee of the House of Representatives, Rep. Unyime Idem, Ph.D., has called for robust legislative engagement and sustained oversight to guarantee successful implementation of the electronic procurement (e-procurement) system in Nigeria.

Rep. Idem was speaking at a training for members of the National Assembly on the implementation of e-procurement in Nigeria, stressing that the legislature must take ownership of the reform process beyond policy approval.

According to the Federal Lawmaker, e-procurement represents a fundamental shift in public sector governance and must be backed by vigilant legislative supervision to deliver its full benefits.

“E-procurement is not just about deploying technology; it is about changing the culture of public spending in Nigeria. Without strong legislative oversight, the system risks being undermined at the implementation stage,” Idem said.

He noted that lawmakers have a constitutional responsibility to ensure that procurement reforms are properly funded, transparently executed, and strictly adhered to by all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).

“The National Assembly must remain proactive. Our oversight role is critical to ensuring compliance, blocking leakages, and guaranteeing value for money for Nigerians,” the Public Procurement Chairman added.

Rep. Idem emphasized that the training was designed to equip legislators with the technical and legal understanding required to effectively interrogate procurement processes and monitor the rollout of the e-procurement platform by relevant agencies, particularly the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP).

He reaffirmed the commitment of the House of Representatives to supporting procurement reforms that promote transparency, competition, and fiscal discipline, describing e-procurement as a key tool in the fight against corruption.

The training focused on the legal framework, operational guidelines, and the oversight responsibilities of legislators in the implementation of e-procurement in Nigeria.

14/01/2026

AKWA IBOM GOVERNOR, PASTOR UMO ENO, Ph.D, FELICITATES RT. HON. UNYIME IDEM ON HIS BIRTHDAY

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, PhD, has felicitated the Member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem, on the occasion of his birthday.

In a birthday message released by his Chief Press Secretary, Ekerete Udoh, Governor Eno, commended the lawmaker for his strong legislative accomplishments and people-oriented representation at the National Assembly, noting his consistent advocacy for policies and interventions that advance development and the improvement of the wellbeing of his constituents.

Let me also thank you for your consistent support and alignment with our Goverance blueprint-the Arise Agenda. Together, we will continue to prove to our people that, government and governance represent veritable forces for the common good.

“As you celebrate your birthday today, I pray that God grants you good health, renewed strength and wisdom, as you serve your constituents with verve and passion.

“Happy birthday once again, Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem,” the Governor added.

23/11/2025

ORUK ANAM STAKEHOLDERS BACK GOV ENO’S SECOND-TERM BID, TINUBU, AKPABIO

Stakeholders of Oruk Anam have reaffirmed their collective support for Governor Umo Eno’s second-term bid, as well as for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

This declaration was made during the All Progressives Congress (APC) Home-Going Weekend held at the Oruk Anam Council Secretariat, Ikot Ibritam, where party leaders and supporters converged in a strong show of unity ahead of future elections.

In his opening remarks, the Chairman, Oruk Anam local government Council, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sunday Festus, expressed gratitude to God for life and for the spirit of unity witnessed at the gathering.

He commended the women for their impressive turnout and applauded stakeholders for adhering to the Governor’s directive on statewide stakeholder engagement.

Festus explained that the Governor had designated the day for party members across the state to gather and demonstrate solidarity, describing the turnout as a powerful display of party strength.

According to him, “Today, Oruk Anam has shown that there is no other party here. If all our major stakeholders are seated under one roof, it means we are united, it means we are ready, and it means victory is assured.”

He added that Oruk Anam would stand firmly with the President and the Senate President, and would work to ensure Governor Umo Eno completes a full eight-year tenure.

“We are gathered here to take decisions that will shape our political direction, and we will take these decisions together as one united family,” he said.

APC Chapter Chairman Christopher Nelson also commended Festus for his leadership and recalled that despite party divisions, Oruk Anam delivered over 16,000 votes in the 2023 elections. With unity now fully restored, he projected that the area would deliver over 50,000 votes for the Governor and show similar strength for the Senate President’s candidate.

He thanked God for journey mercies and urged members to intensify efforts in registering new members.
Nelson further called on councillors and supervisors to support grassroots mobilization and voter card sensitization, emphasizing that the APC in Oruk Anam is no longer factional and is fully prepared for a decisive victory.

In his goodwill message, the Deputy Chief Whip of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Hon. Sampson Idiong who was full of praises to party faithful for the massive turn out, reiterated that Governor Eno’s Second term bid is non- negotiable.

Idiong while thanking Governor for the move to complete the 18.95km Ikot Ibritam- Mbiaso- Inen Ekefe - Ikot Akpan Afaha road, recounted Governor Eno’s good deeds in Oruk Anam and promised to reciprocate the gesture in 2027.

Similarly, an elder statesman and former Minister of Petroleum, Atuekong Don Etiebet, declared that Oruk Anam stakeholders are solidly behind Governor Umo Eno’s second-term ambition.

He appealed for continued unity among political leaders and commended the Chairman for the developmental projects executed across the LGA, describing him as a leader who has demonstrated inclusiveness and visible progress.

Other Political Stakeholders including the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Emmanuel Ekem; Special Adviser to the Governor on Labour Relations, Rt. Hon. Sir Udo Kieran; Delivery Advisor to the Governor on Education, Mrs Idongesit Etiebet, Engr. Aniekan Solomon, Senior Special Assistant to the Senate President on Political Matters; and APC Deputy Chairman, David Umo Essien, also affirmed their support for the Governor.

They commended the Chairman for his developmental strides, citing improved governance, infrastructural interventions, and strengthened grassroots engagement as clear indicators of purposeful leadership.

Speaking on behalf of the youths, Hon Etiutom Ediene called for more frequent stakeholder meetings, noting that the Governor has set the pace for unity. He emphasized the need to maintain peace, cohesion, and togetherness in Oruk Anam.

01/11/2025

Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem wishes you best of November.

29/10/2025

*REP. IDEM RECEIVES REPORT ON SELECTION OF BENEFICIARIES FOR ONE BILLION NAIRA GRANT AHEAD OF DECEMBER EMPOWERMENT, RECOMMITS TO TRANSPARENCY AS EVALUATION BEGINS*

The Member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency and Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Public Procurement, Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem, Ph.D, over the weekend, received the report of the Central Planning Committee (CPC) on the selection of nominees to benefit from the Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem One Billion Naira Family-Based Empowerment Grant.

Recall that Rep. Idem had on August 10, 2025, inaugurated the CPC to oversee and ensure seamless selection of beneficiaries as well as the planning and ex*****on of the One Billion Naira Family-based initiative.

The report detailed the process in which the nominees were selected, from across the close to 300 villages of Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, conducted by the Ward Coordinators, Co-Coordinators, Media Coordinators, Observers, and supervised by members of the CPC.

Receiving the report, Rep. Idem thanked the CPC, Ward Coordinators, Media Coordinators, Co-Coordinators and Observers, who were all in attendance during the meeting, for following through with the terms of reference and for doing a thorough job.

He also used the opportunity to reiterate that the evaluation and final selection of beneficiaries will be transparent and fair as he had promised, appealing to his constituents to trust the process.

Earlier in his remarks, the CPC chairman, Hon. Saturday Akpan, thanked the federal lawmaker for always finding ways to improve the lives and well-being of his constituents, and for the confidence reposed on the committee to deliver the assignment.

The Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem One Billion Naira Family-based Empowerment Initiative will be launched on December 6, 2025, where one thousand constituents, drawn from all the families across Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, will receive One Million Naira each to enhance their businesses.

19/10/2025

MESSAGE OF APPRECIATION

I extend my deepest gratitude to everyone who honoured me with their presence, calls, congratulatory messages and gifts, during my convocation ceremony yesterday.

I am most sincerely grateful to my colleagues, friends and associates who came all the way with me to the Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi state, where the convocation event held.

Your love, support and solidarity mean the world to me and my family.

Thank you for celebrating this milestone with me. God bless you very richly.

Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem, Ph.D
Honourable Member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency,
Chairman, Public Procurement Committee,
House of Representatives,
Federal Republic of Nigeria.

17/10/2025

MORE PUPILS, STUDENTS, RECEIVE HON SAMPSON IDIONG’S FREE EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS IN ORUK ANAM

In a demonstration of his commitment to educational development, Hon. Sampson Idiong has continued the distribution of free educational materials to pupils and students across Oruk Anam Local Government Area.

Yesterday being the second day of the exercise, saw a significant increase in the number of beneficiaries, as learners from both primary and secondary schools received essential learning supplies, including exercise books, pens, chalks, pencils, mathematical sets, and lots more.

Represented by the wife, Ememobong Idiong, the Oruk Anam lawmaker emphasized that the initiative is part of his broader vision to support education and reduce the burden on parents.

He reaffirmed his belief that every child deserves access to quality learning tools, regardless of background or financial status.

On his part, the Chairman of Oruk Anam LG Council, Rt. Hon. Elder Sunday Festus who was represented by the wife, Mrs Juliana Sunday described the exercise as an invest in the future.

“This is not just a donation; it is an investment in the future of our children and our community," he stated. "When we empower our students with the right materials, we open doors to greater opportunities for them." He charged the school children to take their studies seriously.

Teachers and community leaders present at the distribution expressed gratitude for the gesture, describing it as timely and impactful. Many noted that the materials would go a long way in improving students' academic performance and encouraging school attendance.

This educational support program is one of several community-driven initiatives championed by Hon. Sampson Idiong, who has consistently prioritized youth development, education, and empowerment in his constituency.

Schools visited on the second day include: APS Obio Ndot, Government School Ata Obio Akpa, Community Secondary school Mbiakot, Government School Obio Ibet Isa, FTM Nung Ita, Madonna Secondary school Obo Ntanya, St Alban primary school, Inen/Nung Okubo, Government Primary School Nung Ikot Asanga and Government primary school Ntak Obiokpa.

The distribution exercise continues with the target of reaching out to the 76 primary schools and 16 secondary schools in Oruk Anam.

16/10/2025

REP. IDEM LEADS CHRISTIAN PRAYERS, EULOGIZES LATE FORMER REPS. SPEAKER, AGUNWA ANAEKWE, DURING VALEDICTORY SESSION

Earlier today, the Member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency and Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Public Procurement, Rt. Hon. Unyime Idem, Ph.D, led the Christian prayers on behalf of the House of Representatives, for the repose of former Speaker, Late Rt. Hon. Chief Agunwa Anaekwe, OFR, during a Valedictory session held in his honour, at the Green Chamber, National Assembly Complex, Abuja.

The Late Chief Anaekwe, who died at the age of 69, served as Speaker of the House of Representatives between 1992 and 1993.

Speaking during the session, Rep. Idem, described the late speaker as a gallant leader who committed his entire life to the service of the nation and also thanked God for his life and time on earth.

According to records and testimonies, the Late Statesman, a Lawyer, founding member of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) and later Board of Trustees member of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), steered the House of Representatives with wisdom, dexterity and stability, until the Military struck on November 17, 1993, after the annulment of the Presidential election.

The Valedictory session was attended by former speakers and Deputy Speakers of the House of Representatives, serving senators and members of House of Representatives.

15/10/2025

PHOTO NEWS

The Member Representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency and Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Public Procurement, Rep. Unyime Idem, Ph.D., yesterday after plenary, received the Accountant General of the Federation, Mr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, who paid him a courtesy visit, in his office at that National Assembly Complex, Abuja, and they discussed issues of national interest.

14/10/2025

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DIRECTS FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO COLLABORATE WITH AKWA IBOM GOVERNMENT TO ESTABLISH, REALISE IBOM DEEP SEAPORT

The House of Representatives has directed the federal government to collaborate with Akwa Ibom State Government to establish and realise Ibom Deep Seaport.

The directive is to be carried out by the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), and other relevant agencies, working together with Akwa Ibom state government.

This followed a motion presented today on the floor of the House by the Member Representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency and Leader, Akwa Ibom House of Representatives Caucus, Rep. Unyime Idem, Ph.D., and co-sponsored by 9 other members of the Caucus.

Idem, in the motion, noted that the global economy is increasingly shaped by marine trade and the blue economy, which encompasses the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and job creation, emphasizing that "these resources remain largely untapped in Akwa Ibom State, leading to the loss of potential foreign direct investment (FDI) and reduced economic opportunities that could significantly improve the standard of living in the State and across the country."

The motion further buttressed that the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) projected that the Ibom Deep Seaport could attract investments worth over $5.6 billion, but decried that the project has remained stalled, hindering the development of intermodal transport systems, limiting Nigeria’s full participation in the blue economy, and weakening its export and logistics competitiveness.

Rep. Idem also highlighted that when realized, the Ibom Deep Seaport will directly stimulate local economies, create thousands of direct and indirect jobs, catalyze industrial growth, strengthen maritime value chains, and facilitate the full implementation of Export Processing Zones (EPZ) blueprints.

"Nigeria’s vast coastline and Akwa Ibom State’s strategic location on the Atlantic Ocean offer immense potential for export-driven economic expansion through the establishment of the Ibom Deep Seaport. The State produces several exportable commodities such as cocoa (a major non-oil export), palm oil, palm kernel, cassava, maize, timber, rubber, fish, and seafood. It is also proximate to abundant natural resources and solid minerals, including crude oil, natural gas, kaolin, and limestone, key materials for manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, and construction."

"The blue economy currently contributes about 2% to Nigeria’s GDP, and with the President’s strategic proposal to raise this to between 5% and 10%, the realization of the Ibom Deep Seaport would be a major driver in achieving this goal."

The federal lawmaker expressed the hope that the establishment and realization of the Ibom Deep Seaport will lead to the expansion of haulage networks, boost export capacity, attract foreign direct investments, and contribute significantly to Nigeria’s GDP.

Following Rep. Idem's motion, the House mandated its Committees on National Planning and Economic Development, Ports and Harbours, Finance, and Shipping Services to conduct an oversight visit to the proposed project site, and, based on their findings, make appropriate recommendations to support its realization.

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