Ambassador Blessing Fubara Senior, brother of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has declared his intention to contest the governorship election under the platform of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC). He made the announcement on May 27, 2026, in Port Harcourt, vowing to serve only one term if elected.
Fubara Senior, a former Nigerian ambassador to Ghana, stated that his decision is driven by a desire to bring fresh leadership and development to Rivers State. He emphasized that a single term would allow him to focus on key projects without the distraction of re-election campaigns.
The NDC primaries are scheduled for June 2026, with the main governorship election expected in 2027. Fubara Senior's entry adds a new dynamic to the race, as he is the first prominent candidate from the NDC in Rivers State.
Political analysts note that his relationship with the incumbent governor could influence the election, though the NDC is a minor party in the state. Fubara Senior's campaign will focus on infrastructure and youth empowerment, according to his campaign team.
