Oyo 2027: Oyo Mandate Circle Endorses Oriyomi Hamzat For Governor

The Oyo Mandate Circle (OMC) has endorsed Dr. Oriyomi Hamzat as its preferred candidate for the 2027 Oyo State governorship election.

The group announced its endorsement on Thursday, August 20, 2026, when its leadership and representatives from across the state held a strategic meeting with Hamzat.

The meeting, which was attended by the Convener, members of the Executive Council and other representatives of the Oyo Mandate Circle, focused on the organisation’s vision for Oyo State and its grassroots engagement strategy.

Speaking during the meeting, the Vice Chairman of OMC said the delegation was at the meeting to formally express its support for Hamzat’s political movement.

He said the group had a clear vision for the future of Oyo State and had unanimously endorsed Hamzat to lead the state and represent the interests of the people.

The Director of Women Affairs, Comr. Aisha, appreciated Hamzat for granting the group an audience and called for unity and peaceful coexistence among members in advancing the mandate across the state.

Responding, Hamzat commended the Oyo Mandate Circle for its vision, resilience, impact and commitment to the political project.

He particularly acknowledged the group’s activities and presence on social media, urging its members to expand their membership and deepen grassroots engagement across the various zones of the state.

Hamzat assured the delegation that the requests presented during the meeting would receive prompt attention, promising not to disappoint them.

He also announced that members of the Oyo Mandate Circle would be integrated into his campaign structure and participate actively in campaign activities across the state.

The meeting ended with the presentation of branded OMC vests and caps to Hamzat, followed by a group photograph.

The endorsement adds to the growing political activities and alignments in Oyo State ahead of the 2027 governorship election.