About

Background and Early Life

Fola Oyekunle was born in Osunkaye, Bodija area of Ibadan, Oyo State. He reportedly spent part of his early life in Monatan while maintaining strong family roots in Yemetu, Ibadan.  

He attended:

• Time Carol Sunrise Nursery & Primary School, Ibadan
• Loyola College, Ibadan
• Wesley College of Science
• Federal College of Forestry, Ibadan
• Federal College of Agriculture, Moore Plantation, Ibadan  

Business and Philanthropy

Before gaining wider political prominence, Oyekunle built a reputation in business and community support initiatives. He is associated with the Folajimi Oyekunle Foundation, a humanitarian and philanthropic organization focused on helping less privileged people through empowerment and social intervention programs.  

His supporters often describe him as a grassroots mobilizer with strong youth connections in Ibadan politics.

Political Career

Oyo State House of Assembly

Fola Oyekunle first became politically prominent after emerging as a member of the Oyo State House of Assembly in 2019, representing Ibadan North Constituency I under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).  

During his tenure, he reportedly served as:

• Chairman, House Committee on Youth and Sports
• Chairman, House Committee on Public Hearing and Petitions
• Member of several other legislative committees  

Appointment Under Governor Makinde

In December 2023, Seyi Makinde appointed him Deputy Chief of Staff in Oyo State Government.  

He later resigned from that role to contest the Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election.

Ibadan North Federal Constituency Bye-Election

Fola Oyekunle became nationally recognized after contesting the Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election under the PDP. The election was conducted following the death of the former lawmaker, Musiliu Olaide Akinremi, popularly called Jagaban.  

According to official results announced by INEC:

• Oyekunle polled 18,404 votes
• APC candidate Adewale Olatunji scored 8,312 votes  

The victory was considered significant because it returned the seat to the PDP after years of APC dominance in the constituency.  

Political Style and Public Image

Fola Oyekunle is often described by supporters as:

• A grassroots politician
• Youth-friendly
• Accessible to constituents
• Active in empowerment and welfare programs

His political brand heavily emphasizes:

• Community development
• Youth empowerment
• Education support
• Local representation
• Social intervention projects

He is commonly referred to as “DoN” by supporters and political associates.  

Constituency Focus

The Ibadan North Federal Constituency includes major areas within Ibadan North Local Government such as:

• Bodija
• Agbowo
• Yemetu
• Sango
• Mokola
• Ashi
• Samonda
• University of Ibadan environment

As a representative, his campaign messaging has focused on:

• Infrastructure development
• Youth employment
• Educational support
• Federal presence in Ibadan North
• Community empowerment initiative