“Does Oriyomi Hamzat think governance is a radio show?

IBADAN — For years, he has controlled the airwaves, dictating the pulse of the city from behind a microphone. Today, however, popular broadcaster Dr. Oriyomi Hamzat stepped out of the studio and into the political arena, signaling his intent to switch frequencies from “On-Air” personality to the “On-Seat” occupier of the Agodi Government House.

In a spectacle that felt less like a political rally and more like a mass movement, Hamzat declared his ambition to run for Governor of Oyo State in the 2027 general elections under the banner of the Accord Party. The venue—the main bowl of the historic Obafemi Awolowo Stadium (formerly Liberty Stadium)—was filled to the brim, a testament to a fan base that has evidently morphed into a political support group.

The declaration was beamed live by multiple radio stations, but the question hanging over the stadium wasn’t about signal strength; it was about political weight.

As the crowd roared, the murmurs among Oyo’s political gatekeepers began: “Does Oriyomi Hamzat think governance is a radio show?”

It is a valid skepticism. The transition from breaking news to making policy is steep. Critics argue that the emotional connection of a radio show doesn’t easily translate to the cold, hard logistics of winning a gubernatorial ticket, let alone a general election. They question if a broadcaster can survive the murky waters where seasoned political gladiators swim.

Yet, to dismiss him as a mere entertainer might be a miscalculation. His camp is growing daily, fueled by a populism that traditional politicians often struggle to manufacture. For the “common man” in Ibadan, Hamzat isn’t just a voice on the radio; he is a symbol of accessibility—something they feel is lacking in the current political class.

As Hamzat tunes into the frequency of the 2027 race, the static is already building. Will the Accord Party structure hold the weight of his ambition? Can he convert listeners into voters and fans into party agents?

One thing is certain: The 2027 elections in Oyo State just got a lot louder. The broadcaster has picked up the mic, but this time, the script is unwritten.

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