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VIDEO: Tinubu, Atiku Are After Power, But Obi Seeks Service – NDC Chieftain
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· September 1, 2026
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Key points He accused President Bola Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar of seeking power, in contrast to Obi's desire for service. A chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Ibrahim Abdulkarim, has commented on the motivations of presidential candidates.
A chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Ibrahim Abdulkarim, has commented on the motivations of presidential candidates. He believes Peter Obi is seeking to serve, unlike some opponents who are after power. Abdulkarim made these remarks on a television program, highlighting a key difference between Obi and other candidates.
According to Abdulkarim, Obi wants to bring about changes that young people think are unachievable on their own. He accused President Bola Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar of seeking power, in contrast to Obi's desire for service.
Further details of Abdulkarim's comments are available in a video interview, where he elaborates on his views about the candidates and their motivations.
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Category: government Published: September 1, 2026 Source: Channels Television Reading time: 1 min
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