IDEM UNYIME JOSIAH — House of Reps

Biography

Hon. Unyime Josiah Idem (b. January 14, 1975) is a Nigerian politician and entrepreneur from Ukanafun, Akwa Ibom State. He holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Uyo and is pursuing a PhD in Leadership. Starting his career in telecommunications early, he founded Idems Ultimate Limited, a leading firm partnering with major Nigerian telecom operators. Politically, Idem began with the PDP, serving in local government roles before being elected to the Nigerian House of Representatives for Oruk Anam/Ukanafun Federal Constituency in 2019 and re-elected in 2023. In 2025, he defected to the APC. As a legislator, he has sponsored numerous bills and motions, and championed youth empowerment through skill acquisition and overseas training programs.

Sponsored Bills

BN	Title	Date Sponsored	Status	Action
HB971	Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023	Nov 23, 2023	Passed	View
HB957	Federal Medical Centre Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023	Nov 22, 2023	Passed	View
HB904	Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023	Nov 14, 2023	Awaiting 2nd Reading	View
HB956	Nigerian Communications Commission Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023	Nov 22, 2023	Awaiting 2nd Reading	View

Motions Sponsored 3

Motion	Date Filed	Outcome	Action
Investigation of the incessant boat mishaps in Nigeria’s waterways.	Dec 04, 2024	Adopted and referred to the House Committee on Maritime Safety Education and Administrati…	View
Motion calling on the Inspector General of Police to take over the investigation into the kidnapping of Miss Emmabong Samuel and other Corps members in Kogi State.	Nov 08, 2023	Adopted	View
Urgent need to call for the suspension of the proposed nationwide strike by resident doctors in Nigeria.	Jul 26, 2023	Stepped down	View