Fubara’s Brother Declares Rivers Governorship Bid, Vows One-Term Tenure

On May 28, 2026, in Rivers State, Nigeria, Ambassador Blessing Fubara Senior, brother of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, announced his plan to contest the governorship election under the Nigerian Democratic Congress, promising to serve a single term if elected and campaigning on a message of stability, economic recovery, and political rotation in the state.

He made his intention known ahead of the party’s primary election, where he presented himself as a candidate with experience and energy who is ready to take over leadership of the state. He said Rivers State has faced setbacks in investment, development, and public confidence, and he intends to change the situation if given the chance to govern.

Blessing Fubara also spoke about the political arrangement in Rivers State, where leadership is shared among senatorial districts. He argued that the Rivers South-East zone should complete its agreed period in power, and he supported a four-year single term model for himself to allow fair rotation among other zones after his tenure.

He called on supporters across all local government areas in the state to come out in large numbers during the party primary to support his ambition. He said political power should come from the people rather than financial strength, noting that grassroots support would be central to his campaign.

The aspirant also urged other contestants, including family-linked rivals in the race, to consider stepping down in the interest of unity and stability within the political process.

During his remarks, he spoke about rebuilding trust, improving development, and restoring order in governance. He also referenced the need to protect peaceful political transition in the state as part of his broader agenda.

The event was attended by political figures, including former Bayelsa State governor Seriake Dickson, as part of early consultations ahead of the party primaries.