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Rivers 2027: Ambassador Fubara Joins Governorship Race, Promises Economic Revival
Cyril Ogar
Ambassador Blessing Fubara Junior has officially declared his intention to contest the Rivers State governorship election, promising to restore economic prosperity, political stability, and peace in the state if elected.
Speaking during the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) party primaries, Fubara described himself as a “ready, competent, and energetic” candidate committed to rebuilding Rivers State and restoring its lost glory.According to him, Rivers people have suffered economic hardship, loss of opportunities, and declining investments, stressing the need for collective action to reposition the state.
“I am offering myself to restore the soul of Nigeria and restore the soul of Rivers State,” he said.
Fubara called for unity among residents across political parties, ethnic groups, and interests to “take back the state” and return Rivers to its status as the “treasure base of the nation.”
He lamented what he described as the current condition of the state, contrasting it with its previous reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading economic hubs.
“Today, we see a Rivers State that is distressed. Today, we see a Rivers State that is shortchanged. Today, we see a Rivers State that almost looks like a conquered state. But we are not a conquered people,” he stated.
The governorship aspirant urged supporters across the 23 local government areas of the state to participate actively in the NDC primaries, saying the process was critical to reclaiming the future of Rivers State.
Fubara also claimed to enjoy widespread support across the state, noting that millions of his supporters are registered members of the NDC.
On power rotation, the aspirant pledged to serve only one four-year term in line with the state’s zoning arrangement, which he said favours the Rivers South-East Senatorial District completing its expected eight-year tenure.
“It is important for us to understand that altering the senatorial rotation of leadership in the state will set a dangerous precedent,” he said.He added that after completing his tenure, he would support the emergence of a candidate from the next senatorial district in line with the rotation principle.
Fubara further assured Rivers people that he possesses the experience, competence, and leadership capacity needed to restore peace, attract investment, and drive development across the state.
He called on political stakeholders and citizens to support what he described as a people-driven movement aimed at rebuilding a prosperous and progressive
Rivers State.The NDC primaries are currently ongoing across the country ahead of the next round of governorship elections.
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Ochei to Ika’s Intellectual Community: Character, Competence and Capacity Must Determine Delta North’s Next Senator
– Team Ochei
Rt. Hon. (Engr.) Victor Ochei, Esq., FNSE, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) senatorial candidate for Delta North, yesterday told members of Opposition Gate in Agbor that his aspiration is anchored on three fundamental pillars, namely, Character, Competence and Capacity.
Addressing the Agbor-based sociopolitical group, comprising lecturers, academics, professionals and businesspeople, Ochei, who was accompanied by the NDC candidate for Ika South State Constituency, Mrs Ogor Tony-Obuh, the Delta North Senatorial Chairman, Hon. Aaron Udoka Ebenuwa, and Director-General of his Campaign Council Hon Gift Okwuolise Ph.D, framed the 2027 senatorial contest as one that should be determined by personal merit, performance and the value candidates can deliver.
“Character, Competence and Capacity are the true measures,” Ochei declared. “Every contestant is seeking to be hired by the people, and the people must hire on results, not on chants inspired by patronage.”
The former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly cited his legislative experience and engineering background as key strengths, arguing that his record of institutional leadership distinguishes his candidacy.
He also recalled his 2003 election, when, according to him, he contested on the platform of a relatively unknown party and defeated the then Majority Leader of the House. “I have never been an establishment candidate,” he said, describing independent-minded leadership as essential for Delta North’s representation in the Senate.
On governance and infrastructure, Ochei urged the audience to assess political leadership by tangible outcomes rather than slogans. Drawing on his engineering background, he said roads and other public infrastructure should be judged by their quality and durability. “As an engineer, the minimum a newly constructed road should last is 10 years,” he stated. He criticised what he described as the poor state of roads in Agbor and questioned the development outcomes associated with years of political influence in the area. Ochei maintained that decades of political patronage should be evaluated by the development attracted, institutions strengthened and lasting systems established.
Ochei also presented the NDC as a platform for advancing what the party describes as a New Nigeria, pointing to the appeal of its presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, and his emphasis on prudence and responsible management of public resources.
“Peter Obi inspires real affection from the people, and his promise of prudence, cautious expenditure of government resources and homegrown solutions, is exactly what Nigeria needs today,” he said.
He further highlighted the Reset Proposal of the NDC’s Delta State governorship candidate, Deacon Chris Iyovwaye, expressing confidence in Iyovwaye’s exposure and capacity to pursue industrial development, job creation and broader economic opportunities across the state.
He hailed Iyovwaye’s impact in the engineering logistics sector and his successful partnerships with Dangote Industries and other multinational organisations, insisting that such exposures have placed him as a superior material today.
Concluding his address, Ochei urged the gathering to believe in the possibility of a New Nigeria and support efforts to translate that vision into reality.
“We must believe in the possibility of a New Nigeria and be ready to do all it takes to make it real,” he said. “Character, Competence and Capacity, that is the superiority of this senatorial aspiration.”
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