The recent public declaration by Blessing Fubura that his only godfather is God Almighty has continued to resonate strongly among many residents of Rivers State, further strengthening public confidence in his leadership and vision for the future.
Speaking during a national television interview, Fubura made it clear that his loyalty remains with the people and his faith, emphasizing his commitment to independent leadership, accountability, and service to the state. His remarks have been widely viewed by supporters as a demonstration of courage, conviction, and determination to place the interests of Rivers people above political influence.
For many observers, this moment represents a significant point in the state's political journey. As discussions about the future of Rivers State continue, supporters believe Fubura embodies the qualities of a leader capable of delivering purposeful governance, transparency, and sustainable development.
The people of Rivers State are encouraged to carefully consider the choices before them and support leadership that prioritizes integrity, independence, and the collective progress of the state.
According to supporters, the future of Rivers State will be shaped by the decisions made today, making it essential for citizens to rally behind leaders who are committed to serving the public interest and advancing the state's development agenda.
The governorship aspirant of the NDC in Rivers State, Blessing Fubara, has declared that his political ambition is driven by a desire to restore responsible leadership and bring lasting peace to Rivers State, insisting that he owes allegiance to no political godfather.
Speaking during an interview on Arise TV’s Prime Time program with Charles Aniagolu, Fubara addressed growing public interest in his governorship ambition, his relationship with Governor Siminalayi Fubara, the ongoing political tensions in Rivers State, and his vision for the future of the oil-rich state.
Responding to questions about whether his ambition was connected to the political challenges faced by Governor Sim Fubara, who is his cousin, Blessing Fubara maintained that his decision to seek office was independent and rooted in the aspirations of Rivers people.
According to him, years of political conflicts have slowed development in the state and left many residents yearning for a new direction.
“I am running because Rivers people need a change,” he said. “Leadership should deliver responsible and progressive governance. When politics becomes the priority after elections, development suffers, investments stay away, and ordinary people pay the price.”
Fubara argued that Rivers State needs a new generation of leadership capable of combining experience with innovation while addressing the economic and political challenges confronting the state.
One of the most striking moments of the interview came when he was asked whether he had a political godfather, a sensitive topic in Rivers politics following the highly publicized rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.
In response, Blessing Fubara firmly rejected the notion.
“I have God the Father. I don’t have a godfather,” he stated.
The governorship aspirant also dismissed suggestions that he was acting as a political proxy for the governor.
He emphasized that while he and Governor Fubara are related, they possess different political ideologies and individual perspectives.
“My ambition is not tied to anyone’s personal political project,” he explained. “I have my own vision and my own understanding of what Rivers State needs at this critical time.”
On the issue of the NDC governorship primaries, Fubara acknowledged that the process had generated controversy and competing claims from various aspirants.
However, he urged party members and supporters to remain patient and trust the party’s internal mechanisms.
He noted that the influx of aspirants demonstrated growing confidence in the party and insisted that the leadership was working towards a transparent and acceptable resolution.
While declining to declare himself the winner of the primary process, he referenced reports from independent observers that allegedly showed strong support for his candidacy across local government areas.
He nevertheless stressed that the final decision rests with the party’s official structures.
Addressing the political crisis that has dominated Rivers State over the past two years, Fubara called for reconciliation rather than further confrontation.
He warned against divisive politics and argued that the state’s future depends on unity, dialogue, and inclusive leadership.
“We must reconcile,” he said. “Politics should not be business as usual. Rivers State deserves a leadership approach that prioritizes peace, development, and the collective interest of the people.”
He also highlighted what he described as the longstanding tradition of political balance among the state’s senatorial districts, arguing that preserving this arrangement is important for stability and fairness.
According to him, Rivers Southeast Senatorial District should be given the opportunity to produce the next governor, adding that such an arrangement would help maintain harmony among the various political interests in the state.
Looking ahead, Fubara promised that if given the opportunity to lead, his administration would prioritize reconciliation, broad consultations, and inclusive governance.
He said his focus would be on rebuilding trust among political stakeholders, restoring confidence in democratic institutions, and creating an environment that encourages investment and economic growth.
Concluding his remarks, he linked his message to the ideals of Democracy Day, stressing the importance of respecting the will of the people.
“Today reminds us that the voice of the people must be heard,” he said. “And in Rivers State, the voice of the people must be heard. The soul of the state must be rescued.”
The interview comes as political stakeholders in Rivers State continue to assess the implications of the prolonged political crisis and begin positioning ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Long before the current political conversations in Rivers State, Amb. Blessing Fubara Snr. consistently championed the cause of youth empowerment, economic inclusion, entrepreneurship, and job creation. His vision has always been clear: Rivers youths must move from being spectators to becoming active stakeholders in the economy and governance of our state.
The video speaks for itself. It is not a campaign promise made today; it is evidence of a long-standing commitment to restoring hope, dignity, and opportunities for young people across Rivers State.
At a time when many politicians are only discovering the importance of youth development, Amb. Blessing Fubara Snr. was already advocating practical solutions aimed at creating jobs, reducing unemployment, and reconnecting government with the aspirations of Rivers youths.
His gubernatorial aspiration is therefore not built on rhetoric but on a proven passion for people-centered development. He understands that the soul of Rivers State lies in its young people and that the future of our state depends on empowering them with opportunities rather than empty promises.
The mission is simple:
* Restore the soul of Rivers State.
* Rebuild public trust and unity.
* Create sustainable jobs and economic opportunities.
* Empower youths to become creators of wealth, not seekers of favors.
* Return Rivers State to its place as the economic pride of Nigeria.
Rivers deserves a leader who saw the future before it became fashionable to talk about it.
Amb. Blessing Fubara Snr. is not preparing to lead Rivers State; he has been preparing Rivers youths for the future all along.
The 2027 Presidential election is expected to be a major fight between PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU and his biggest challenger, ALHAJI ATIKU ABUBAKAR. It promises to be the battle of the Tians. A third force, hopefully, may show up, like it did in 2023, but not with enough fire power and tenacity to upstage, and obliterate, the two elder statesmen.
This is why it has become pertinent, and urgent, for our dear party ADC to change the traditional way of playing politics by becoming a link between the old and modern, conservative and cosmopolitan tendencies, and veteran politicians and technocrats in government. There's no better combination than this duo, assuring of a colorful blend. The North and the South will reunite in a game of ethnic & religious rivalries.
The present combustive tensions and absolute chaos cannot be allowed to continue. It will consume all of us.
The time has come to retrace our steps and return to the days of robust ideas, ideologies, and inspirational figures. Our founding fathers, such as Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, The Sardauna Sir Ahmadu Bello, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, and others, tried their best, even if they were not perfect. Today, we've completely derailed from the legacies they bequeathed to us. The politics of gangsterism has become unbearably malignant in our nation. This is the type of strong bridge we need between the North and the South.
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The coast may getting clearer for top contender, Blessing Fubara to emerge as the governorship flag bearer of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Rivers state as the results so far collated show him leading in fifteen out of the 23 local government areas with wide margin
Four aspirants, including Blessing Fubara Snr. Dumo Lulu Briggs, Fafahdan Princewill and Mike Willy are in the race to seek the NDC ticket to contest the 2027 governorship election in Rivers State.
According to a statement issued Saturday by the Coalition of Obidient/Kwankwasiyya Movement primary election observer group, the election has been peaceful in Rivers state, while coalition is currently ongoing with Blessing Fubara showing a strong lead in about 15 LGAs
The observer group in the statement issued by George Brown, Hon. Victor F. Heart, and Shriff Farouk for the Obidient Movement, as well as Eric Koko, Ibiwari George Green and Mohammed Abdullahi for the Kwankwasiyya Movement, said the coalition, in its desire to ensure transparency in the NDC primary election across the country, dispatched its members across the country to follow and monitor the conduct of the primary election committee in the states with due diligence, adding that the conduct has been very peaceful and commendable in Rivers State.
The OK Movement therefore warned all aspirants to desist from taking the media spaces available to them to cause confusion and ridicule the smooth conduct of the primary election, warning that no individual should announce any illegal result or declare himself winner, while coalition of results is still ongoing, saying it is only the party-empowered election committee that has the right to do so
The group therefore urged the public and members of the NDC in Rivers state to ignore and disregard any primary election result that did not officially come from the party
The statement further commended the outcome of the NDC members at the various venues of the primary election in Rivers state, stressing that the huge number was an indication that the NDC will make a commendable statement in the state during the 2027 polls
According to the statement, "based on the results so far collated in 15 LGAs, Blessing Fubara Snr has shown a wide lead, over the other aspirants, but we are yet to get the final result and no individual including the aspirants or group is permitted to announced any result. The only authentic result will be declared by the primary election committee and the party after all results have been collated
"We therefore call on the aspirants and their supporters to desist from the ongoing social media declaration as no result has been declared yet in the Rivers NDC governorship primary elections. The committee is still at work.
"Some of the desperate aspirants are going contrary to the party’s desire by making unofficial declarations on social media outlets. This is not acceptable, as it amounts to putting the NDC like the other political parties which the party has taken serious steps to be different from
"The OK primary election observer group therefore warns all the aspirants in all the states to remove desperation and allow the election committees to do their party assigned duties diligently as directed by the NDC leadership"
The observer group similarly warned the members of the committee in Rivers and other states not to allow themselves to be used by desperate aspirants to compromise the outcome of the governorship primaries, as doing so will mean the NDC has not shown any difference with the other political parties it has distanced itself from
"They must be fair and transparent enough to ensure that the votes of the members who have shown serious commitment to the NDC, by coming out in their numbers to pick their candidate for the governorship election must count," the OK observer group warned
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