Ambassador Fubara Dagogo, Director General of the APC State Assembly Forum, has officially entered the race for the chairmanship of Bonny Local Government Area, signaling his commitment to reshaping the political landscape of the council.

Dagogo announced his bid after picking up the APC nomination form, citing strong pressure from party supporters and local stakeholders who urged him to contest. His declaration was made during a visit to a founding APC leader at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

The move comes amid deepening internal conflict within the Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress. The faction led by Tony Okocha is reportedly working with the PDP to field consensus candidates across the state—a move that has triggered backlash, particularly since Okocha’s leadership lacks court recognition.

In contrast, the Emeka Beke-led faction is pushing for legitimacy, with Beke appealing directly to the new APC National Chairman and the party’s National Working Committee. Beke confirmed the sale of nomination forms would begin Friday, with a firm commitment to contest all local government seats in the upcoming August 30 elections.

Fubara, addressing supporters, expressed readiness to challenge the status quo in Bonny, a council he claims has suffered under years of political stagnation despite its wealth and potential. He argued that the APC, with its growing grassroots support in the area, is well-positioned to bring development and accountability to the council.

“Our people deserve better,” he said. “Bonny is too blessed to be left behind. This race is about restoring pride, building infrastructure, and ensuring good governance for our people.”

Dagogo also vowed that the APC would not yield ground to the PDP or to internal elements he described as “compromised stakeholders.” He emphasized his longstanding commitment to the party, having contested various elections under its platform since 2011.