2027: How Hon. Wale Ajala Dumped PDP for APM, Remains in OYHA Race Ahead of General Election
Hon. Wale Ajala, the Consensus Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for Ona-Ara State Constituency, has officially defected to the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) ahead of the 2027 general election.
Hon. Ajala formally joined the APM on Friday May 8, 2026, reaffirming his determination and commitment to remain in the race to represent the people of Ona-Ara State Constituency at the Oyo State House of Assembly in 2027.
Speaking after his defection, Hon. Wale Ajala assured his supporters and residents of Ona-Ara that his decision was driven by the desire to sustain purposeful leadership, fairness, and quality representation for the constituency.
Recall that Hon. Wale Ajala emerged as the consensus candidate of party leaders within the PDP in Ona-Ara Local Government before his exit from the party.
Political observers believe his movement to the APM may reshape the political landscape in Ona-Ara ahead of the 2027 elections, considering his grassroots popularity and growing support base across the constituency.
Supporters and political associates who accompanied him to the APM described the move as a new beginning aimed at strengthening inclusive politics and delivering effective representation to the people.
