Akwa Ibom federal lawmaker, Rt Hon Unyime Idem has bagged the prestigious Sir Ahmadu Bello Integrity Legacy Award from a northern youth group.
The youth group, Northern Youth Organization of Nigeria, honoured the lawmaker for being a vanguard for youth emancipation and serving as a bridge for national unity and consensus.
This the youth group said is in appreciation of his modest contributions towards a united, indivisible Nigeria.
Speaking at the presentation of the award, the the President of the Northern Youth Organization of Nigeria, Dr. Isah Ododo, noted with gratitude the critical role in fostering unity of the country through legislative engagements, adding that his nomination for the recognition followed a meticulous process to choose distinguished Nigerians, who have met all the laid down criteria.
According to Dr. Ododo, “You’re honoured today for championing the course of all Nigerians, irrespective of tribe, religion, political affiliation, and status.”
Responding, Rt. Hon Unyime Idem who represents Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency thanked the youth group saying, the recognition will motivate him to do more, especially given the criteria used in selecting the recipients.
“This gesture is in line with my philosophy that life is not measured by how long one lives but by the impact and the bridges of friendship built in promoting the unity of his or her people.
I’m particularly impressed that these young Nigerians are using their platform to promote unity, devoid of any divisive tendencies. This is a huge step to relegating ethnicity and religious considerations to the background”
The lawmaker who also chairs the House of Representatives’ committee on Public Procurement charged the youth to continue on this honourable path, as it is a way to bring the people together.
“The youths are the live wire of any nation, and for such nation to develop, priority attention must be given to them. Youths also have a huge role to play by building capacity, taking up leadership roles, and delivering on those responsibilities. Promotion comes only when one is faithful to deliver on whatever assignment he/she is given”
