The governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress in Rivers State, Blessing Fubara, has said he does not have a political godfather, stating that his only backing is God.

Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Friday night, Fubara said he holds different political perspectives compared to his brother, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara.

He also dismissed suggestions that his ambition is merely an extension of his brother’s political project or that he is acting as a placeholder.

He said, “I don’t have a godfather, but I have God the father. You would also agree with me that if my ambition is determined by the grounds you are mentioning, it would mean I have no clear vision or focus for what I am working toward.

“My brother, Nigerians, and indeed the wider world saw what happened between him and his party. We have different political ideologies and individual perspectives.

“It’s a trying moment for us in Rivers State and there are all sorts of narratives. They come with different narratives and try to set up a perspective for the people to run with but we are focused with our eyes on the ball that the sole of Rivers State must be rescued.”

PUNCH Online reports that Fubara Snr formally joined the 2027 governorship race in May 2026 after picking up the NDC’s expression of interest and nomination forms.

His entry comes against the backdrop of intense political turmoil in Rivers State, particularly the long-running feud between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor and political mentor, Nyesom Wike, the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.

The conflict has involved impeachment attempts, parallel legislative factions, and legal battles.

Governor Fubara recently withdrew from the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primaries. Blessing Fubara announced his candidacy days after.