The Digest:
Media personality and Agidigbo FM founder Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat has officially declared his intention to contest the Oyo State governorship election in 2027 under the Accord Party. Hamzat announced that he would no longer campaign or mobilize support for other candidates but would focus entirely on his own bid. The declaration marks his formal entry into the gubernatorial race ahead of the 2027 elections.
Key Points:
- Hamzat’s entry introduces a media-savvy, independent candidate into the race, potentially appealing to younger and urban voters.
- His choice of the Accord Party signals a strategic alternative to the dominant PDP and APC in Oyo State politics.
- The move could fragment existing voting blocs, affecting the calculations of major party candidates.
- It reflects a growing trend of media personalities transitioning into frontline politics, leveraging public influence.
- The declaration early in the cycle allows more time for coalition-building and grassroots mobilization.
The development adds a new dimension to the Oyo 2027 race, with attention turning to Hamzat’s campaign structure and the Accord Party’s capacity to support a gubernatorial bid.
Sources: Punch Newspapers
TAGSOyo State, Governorship Race, 2027 Election, Politics, NB Digest
