olaleye
onikuyide
READY TO LISTEN. Prepared to lead.
for connecticut-19 house representative
Committed to keeping Avon and West Hartford livable, affordable and full of opportunity—for every generation.
thank you!
Olaleye has officially met his numbers for the Citizens’ Election Program!
This is an important milestone for a truly local, community-powered campaign. Qualifying takes real participation from neighbors across the district. Every contribution, large or small, represented someone choosing to invest in this campaign and the future of our community. We’re deeply grateful to everyone who helped make this possible.
Thanks to everyone who contributed to help the campaign meet this milestone!
Meet Olaleye.
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Meet Olaleye. *
Olaleye Onikuyide is an attorney and community advocate running for the 19th District State House seat in Connecticut. Raised in West Hartford, he has deep local roots and brings fresh energy to public service.
Learn more about Olaleye and how he’s ready to serve the Avon and West Hartford community.
Endorsements
Tammy Exum
Retiring Connecticut State Representative, 19th District
“I've witnessed Olaleye Onikuyide’s commitment to our community firsthand. He brings exactly what this role demands: a sharp legal mind honed at UConn Law, the thoughtfulness of an Obama Scholar, and the listening skills essential for public service. Most importantly, he's a product of the district who wants to build a future here—one that's affordable and attainable for his and all generations. Our community needs voices like his and I’m proud to endorse his candidacy. I have no doubt his integrity, hard work, and passion will make us all proud."
Eleni Kavros DeGraw
Connecticut State Representative, 17th District representing Avon and Canton
“Representative Exum leaves big shoes to fill, which is why I am excited to endorse Olaleye. What we need in the legislature right now are intelligent, committed, and creative legislators and I know that’s what Olaleye will bring to the table on day one. His ability to listen to people and carry those voices to the Capitol is what I think voters will love most about him.”
Eliza Massaro
Chair of the Avon Democratic Town Committee
"Olaleye has deep roots in the 19th District, a tireless work ethic, and the passion to serve his community. He understands what this office demands and has invested the time to engage meaningfully with residents in both towns. I'm proud to endorse his candidacy and eager to work alongside him as our next State Representative."
Shari Cantor
Mayor, Town of West Hartford
"I first met Olaleye Onikuyide in 2016 when he was volunteering for local campaigns. Even then, as a young man, his intelligence and genuine passion for our community set him apart. What has been most remarkable is watching him grow and deepen that commitment over the years. I was proud to see Olaleye choose UConn Law, and even prouder when his classmates recognized his leadership by selecting him as their commencement speaker—a testament to the respect and trust he continually receives from his peers.
Now, watching him step forward to serve our community as a candidate for State Representative in Connecticut's 19th District brings that pride full circle. His combination of intelligence, integrity, and authentic commitment to making a difference is exactly what we need in Hartford."
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