A popular broadcaster in Oyo State, Oriyomi Hamzat, has announced plans to contest the 2027 governorship election on the platform of the Accord Party.
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The media figure made his decision public, marking his entry into partisan politics.
Hamzat is widely known as the founder of Agidigbo FM, a radio station with strong grassroots reach across Oyo State. Over the years, he has built a large following through media work and public engagement, which now forms the base of his political move.
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The declaration was made openly during a public appearance where he made it clear that he would no longer campaign or mobilise support for other politicians. Instead, he said his focus would be on pursuing his own mandate from the people.
By choosing the Accord Party, Hamzat positions himself outside the dominant political blocs in the state, signalling a third-force option ahead of the 2027 polls.
His move is expected to reshape early conversations around the governorship contest.
The announcement sets the stage for a new phase in Oyo politics as the broadcaster begins consultations and preparations for the election, with attention now on how his popularity will translate into political support statewide.
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