“Oyo Npé O” Movement Goes Silent? Oriyomi Hamzat’s Political Weight Faces Defining Moment After Accord Primary Drama
The political atmosphere in Oyo State has taken another dramatic turn following the governorship primary election of the Accord Party, raising fresh questions about the future political direction of popular broadcaster and influential grassroots mobilizer, Oriyomi Hamzat.
Many political observers are now asking the same question: Where are the loud voices behind the “Oyo Npé O” movement? What happened to the massive crowd and political energy that flooded the Liberty Stadium declaration event months ago?
The recent developments within the Accord Party appear to confirm growing speculations that Oriyomi Hamzat may have lost significant ground in the party’s internal political calculations ahead of the 2027 governorship race.
During the Accord Party governorship primary proceedings in Oyo State, the Certificate of Return designated for Busari Olakunle Moruf was publicly displayed in the presence of party stakeholders and the party’s National Secretary, Olubukola Ajaja. The event, which has since generated intense political conversations across the state, was widely interpreted as a major signal regarding the direction of the party’s gubernatorial ambition.
For many of Oriyomi Hamzat’s supporters, the situation represents a political reality check.
Only a few months ago, the media entrepreneur and founder of Fresh FM appeared to command overwhelming grassroots momentum through the “Oyo Npé O” political movement. His Liberty Stadium gathering attracted thousands of supporters, creating strong public speculation that a new political force was emerging in Oyo State politics.
However, politics in Nigeria, particularly in Oyo State, has always been defined by negotiation, alliances, influence, and strategic power balancing. The unfolding events within Accord now suggest that popularity alone may not automatically translate into political control within party structures.
The big question now is whether Oriyomi Hamzat and his loyal supporters will remain committed party members despite the outcome of the Accord political arrangements.
Will his supporters fully transfer their loyalty and structure to the party’s emerging governorship direction? Will they mobilize massively for the Accord political camp and its candidate? Or will disappointment within the movement trigger internal resistance and silent political rebellion?
Even more intriguing is the growing speculation surrounding Oriyomi Hamzat’s relationship with the Ibadan traditional institution.
Political analysts have begun to question whether the media personality could shift his support toward interests associated with the Ibadan kingship structure, considering his visible relationship and association with the revered Olubadan stool. In Oyo State politics, traditional influence and political alliances often intersect in ways that shape electoral outcomes beyond party platforms.
One thing, however, remains undeniable: Oriyomi Hamzat’s political relevance has not disappeared.
Despite the apparent setback within Accord, his grassroots appeal, media influence, and emotional connection with ordinary residents across Ibadan and other parts of Oyo State continue to make him one of the most sought-after political figures ahead of the 2027 elections.
Today, virtually every major political bloc in Oyo State understands the importance of securing his support or, at the very least, neutralizing his influence.
His political “clout” has now become a subject of intense lobbying among political actors across party lines. Whether within the ruling structure, opposition camps, or emerging coalitions, Oriyomi’s next political move may significantly influence the calculations leading into the next governorship election.
For now, the silence from key promoters of the “Oyo Npé O” movement has become impossible to ignore.
The same voices that once dominated social media conversations and political discussions now appear unusually calm as political realities unfold before their eyes.
But in Oyo politics, silence does not always mean surrender.
It may simply be the beginning of another negotiation behind closed doors.
As the 2027 political permutations gradually gather momentum, one thing is certain: the battle for Oyo State will not only be about political parties or candidates, but also about influence, loyalty, and who truly controls the grassroots narrative.
And in that conversation, Oriyomi Hamzat still remains a major factor.
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