Oyo Guber 2027: Who Is Accord Party's Authentic Governorship Candidate — Oriyomi Hamzat or Kunle Busari?
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| Who Is Accord Party's Authentic Governorship Candidate — Oriyomi Hamzat or Kunle Busari? |
The race for the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State has taken a dramatic turn as a leadership crisis within the Accord Party continues to generate uncertainty over the party's authentic gubernatorial candidate.
At the center of the controversy are two prominent figures — renowned broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat and businessman-politician Kunle Busari — both laying claim to the party's governorship ticket ahead of the crucial election.
How the Crisis Began
The controversy emerged following separate governorship primary elections reportedly conducted by rival factions within the Accord Party. One faction declared Oriyomi Hamzat as the duly elected governorship candidate, citing the outcome of a primary election conducted under its supervision.
Shortly afterward, another faction of the party rejected the exercise and announced Kunle Busari, popularly known as Gudugudu, as the winner of a different primary election, insisting that he remains the legitimate flagbearer of the party for the 2027 governorship race.
The conflicting declarations have sparked intense political debate among party members, supporters, and political observers across Oyo State.
Growing Concerns Over Party Unity
Political analysts have expressed concern that the ongoing dispute could weaken the Accord Party's chances in the 2027 election if a lasting resolution is not reached soon.
The disagreement has exposed deep divisions within the party's leadership structure, with various factions advancing different interpretations of the party's constitution and the legitimacy of the primary election processes.
Observers believe that the inability of the party to speak with one voice may create confusion among members and prospective voters as preparations for the election gather momentum.
Who Is the Authentic Candidate?
At present, the question remains unresolved.
While one faction of the Accord Party continues to recognize Oriyomi Hamzat as its governorship candidate, another insists that Kunle Busari emerged victorious from a valid primary election and should therefore be recognized as the party's standard-bearer.
The final determination is expected to depend on the position of the party's recognized national leadership, the electoral authorities, and, if necessary, the outcome of any legal proceedings that may arise from the dispute.
What This Means for the 2027 Election
The Accord Party has historically played a significant role in Oyo State politics, making the resolution of its internal crisis crucial ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
As political activities continue to intensify across the state, stakeholders are calling on party leaders to resolve their differences through dialogue lawful processes to avoid further division within the party.
For now, the battle over the Accord Party governorship ticket remains one of the most closely watched political developments in Oyo State, with many awaiting an official and universally accepted declaration on who will ultimately fly the party's flag in the 2027 gubernatorial contest.
First Premium NewsMedia will continue to monitor the situation and provide timely updates as events unfold.
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