Ondo DLA chair resigns

The Chairman of Ondo State's Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA), Oluwatosin Ayeni, has stepped down from his position. In a letter dated September 18, 2026, Ayeni informed the party’s National Chairman at the DLA headquarters in Abuja of his resignation. He cited the necessity to foster equity, fairness, and unity within the party as the reason for his decision.

Ayeni's move aimed to allow another senatorial district to elect the state chairman, noting that his own district was being considered as the next to produce the Ondo State Governor. This change was intended to bolster internal balance within the party and ensure all state sections feel a sense of belonging in its leadership. The former chairman expressed confidence that this arrangement would further strengthen the party ahead of future political activities.

While Ayeni did not specify his replacement, he stated that the party should be given the chance to choose another capable leader from a different senatorial district. He affirmed his continued commitment to the DLA's ideals and objectives, reaffirming his availability to support the party, its leadership, candidates, and programs in any capacity deemed necessary.