Dr. Ademola Wasiu Alli, former Director of Finance and Accounts at the Federal Ministry of Defence, has announced his bid for the Oyo Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. He made the declaration at a mobilisation summit in Eleekara, within Afijio Local Government Area of Oyo State. At the event, Alli inaugurated 129 political coordinators across the senatorial district to begin grassroots engagement. The summit marked the formal launch of his campaign structure ahead of the election cycle. Alli, who is widely referred to by his initials AWA, did not announce a political party affiliation during the event. His campaign team stated that the focus is currently on building a broad-based support network across all 13 local government areas in Oyo Central. The senatorial district includes Afijio, Lagelu, Egbeda, and other towns. Alli's background in federal financial administration was highlighted by supporters as a key asset for legislative service. No rival candidates or party primaries were mentioned in connection with his declaration.