Ibrahim Kashim-Imam Biography, Education, Career, Controversies, And Net Worth

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Kashim Ibrahim-Imam, born on May 8, 1962, is a Nigerian politician who has been a prominent figure in Borno State politics. He made two significant bids for the position of Governor of Borno State under the banner of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), in the years 2003 and 2007. Unfortunately, he faced defeat on both occasions, losing to Ali Modu Sheriff, the candidate of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP).

Kashim Ibrahim-Imam Profile

Name	Kashim Ibrahim-Imam
Real Name	Kashim Ibrahim-Imam
Date of Birth	8 May 1962
Age	61 years
State of Origin	Borno State
Tribe	Hausa
Nationality	Nigerian
Occupation	Politician
Religion	Islam
Marital Status	Married
Net Worth	$1 Million
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Educational Background

Kashim Ibrahim-Imam’s earned degrees in Political Science and International Economic Relations from Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria. He further pursued his education and obtained a degree from the University of Maiduguri.

Career

Kashim Ibrahim-Imam hails from a family deeply involved in Nigerian politics. His father, Ibrahim Imam, was a key figure in the progressive Borno Youth Movement. Kashim Ibrahim-Imam pursued higher education, earning degrees in Political Science and International Economic Relations from Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria and the University of Maiduguri. He subsequently ventured into the banking industry.

He earned the title of “Mutawalli Borno,” signifying his role as a senior counselor to the Shehu (traditional ruler) of Borno. Interestingly, he maintained a childhood friendship and business partnership with his political rival, Ali Modu Sheriff.

During Nigeria’s Third Republic, Kashim Ibrahim-Imam held the position of Borno State chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). However, his tenure in this role was cut short when he was removed by the then-governor, Maina Maaji Lawan. He was also a part of Hope 93, a political group actively involved in the campaign for MKO Abiola during the 1993 elections.

With the advent of the Fourth Republic, Kashim Ibrahim-Imam continued to be a significant political figure. He was appointed as the Presidential Liaison Officer to the Senate at the beginning of President Olusegun Obasanjo’s administration.

In the PDP primaries held in February 2003 to select the party’s gubernatorial candidate for Borno State, Kashim Ibrahim-Imam ran for this position, partly to prevent Lawan from becoming governor once more. He secured a resounding victory in the primaries, obtaining 177 out of the 185 votes cast. In the subsequent April elections, he faced Ali Modu Sheriff, who represented the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP). Sheriff won the election with 581,880 votes, while Kashim secured the second position with 341,537 votes for the PDP. Notably, he contested again in the 2007 elections but was once again defeated by Ali Modu Sheriff.

In April 2008, Kashim Ibrahim-Imam accused former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of ordering the demolition of his house due to his loyalty to former President Obasanjo. Atiku refuted this claim.

Despite the challenges and setbacks in his political career, Kashim Ibrahim-Imam has remained a significant figure in the political landscape of Borno State.

Controversies

Kashim Ibrahim-Imam’s career has not been without controversy. In April 2008, he accused former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of ordering the demolition of his house, alleging it was due to his loyalty to former President Obasanjo. However, Atiku denied this accusation.

Kashim Ibrahim-Imam Social Media Handles

Kashim Ibrahim-Imam is not presently active on social media.

Personal Life

Information about Kashim Ibrahim-Imam’s personal life and access to specific details about his personal life, family, or other aspects outside of his political career is limited.