Police confirm attack on Accord’s Oriyomi Hamzat’s supporters in Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed an attack by suspected hoodlums on supporters of Accord Party governorship candidate, Oriyomi Hamzat, in Ibadan. Read More:…
Oyo State has a history of politically-linked street clashes, particularly around party rallies, defections and media appearances by politicians, with hoodlums and "area boys" often accused of being deployed to intimidate rivals. Accord Party, though not among Nigeria's dominant political platforms, has gained attention in the state in recent times, and its governorship candidate, Oriyomi Hamzat, has been positioning himself as a notable contender ahead of future electoral contests.
The attack reportedly occurred as Hamzat's supporters moved towards a radio station, a common campaign stop for Nigerian politicians seeking to reach the public directly. Police confirmation of the incident, including a reported fatality according to Channels TV, raises questions about security around political gatherings in the state and whether those responsible will be identified and prosecuted. Details such as the exact motive, the number of casualties beyond the one death reported, and any arrests have not been made clear across the available reports.