{
  "id": 16605385,
  "title": "10 things to know about Obi-Kwankwaso campaign DG Abdulkarim",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/10-things-to-know-about-obi-kwankwaso-campaign-dg-abdulkarim",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-26T13:23:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/10-things-to-know-about-obi-kwankwaso-campaign-dg-abdulkarim/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Alhaji Ibrahim Hussain Abdulkarim has been appointed as Director-General of the Nigeria Democratic Congress campaign for the Obi-Kwankwaso presidential ticket, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The seasoned professional brings a wealth of experience in technology, business, politics and development to the role.\n\nBorn in Sokoto State in 1976, Abdulkarim earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography from Bayero University, Kano. This academic foundation paved the way for his career in Geographic Information Systems, spatial data management and technology-driven development solutions.\n\nCurrently, Abdulkarim serves as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of EasyGIS Nigeria Limited, a technology firm providing GIS, data management, information systems and business process improvement solutions. His professional pursuits encompass technology, communication, business development and institutional innovation.\n\nBeyond his technology and business expertise, Abdulkarim has a proven track record in political strategy and public-sector engagement. In this capacity as campaign Director-General, he will contribute to the coordination and strategic direction of the NDC's presidential campaign activities.",
  "summary": "Read 10 things to know about Alhaji Ibrahim Hussain Abdulkarim, the new Director-General of the Obi-Kwankwaso 2027 presidential campaign for the NDC. Read More: https://punchng.com/10-things-to-know-about-obi-kwankwaso-campaign-dg-abdulkarim/",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}