ONA-ARA ASSEMBLY 2027: Who is Hon. Wale Ajala – A Grassroots Leader with Proven Experience
As political conversations gradually shape the build-up to the 2027 Oyo State House of Assembly elections, stakeholders and residents of Ona-Ara Local Government continue to spotlight notable figures whose experience and grassroots engagement stand out. Among such personalities is Hon. Wale Ajala, a dedicated party man and community-driven leader with a track record of active political participation.
Hon. Wale Ajala is widely known in Ona-Ara for his consistent involvement in party structures, campaign coordination, and strategic mobilisation. His political journey reflects loyalty, organisational discipline, and commitment to progressive governance within Oyo State.
In 2019, he aspired to represent Ona-Ara in the Oyo State House of Assembly, demonstrating his readiness to serve and contribute legislatively to the development of the local government. That same year, he played a crucial leadership role in the gubernatorial campaign, serving as the Team Lead of the Governor’s Campaign Security Committee in Ona-Ara Local Government, while also functioning as Secretary of the Governor’s Campaign Security Committee for Oyo Central Senatorial District. These roles placed him at the center of strategic coordination and grassroots security management during the electioneering period.
Hon. Ajala further strengthened his political footprint in 2023 when he again contested as a House of Assembly aspirant, reaffirming his sustained interest in legislative service. He also served as the Campaign Coordinator for the Re-election of His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, overseeing mobilisation efforts and stakeholder engagement within Ona-Ara Local Government.
Beyond campaign activities, he has demonstrated leadership capacity through his role as Chairman of a Transition Committee, contributing to administrative coordination and structured political continuity.
Observers describe Hon. Wale Ajala as a grassroots politician with strong mobilisation capacity, effective team management skills, and deep understanding of local political dynamics. His ability to work across different levels of party structure has earned him recognition among stakeholders in Ona-Ara.
As 2027 approaches, political watchers believe that experience, loyalty, and grassroots connectivity will remain defining factors in the Assembly race — qualities many supporters attribute to Hon. Wale Ajala.
