Adelabu Signals Plan to Exit Tinubu’s Cabinet
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced his intention to resign from his position to contest in the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State.
In a statement issued by his media aide, Bolaji Tunji, Adelabu revealed that he has already informed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of his decision.
The statement noted that the Minister is expected to step down in the coming days, explaining that the timing of his resignation is aimed at addressing key challenges in the power sector and ensuring continuity of ongoing reforms before leaving office.
It added that Adelabu has been working to stabilise the power sector following recent declines in electricity generation caused by gas supply constraints to power plants, ongoing pipeline repairs, and outstanding payments to gas suppliers.
On Tuesday, Adelabu met with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where he presented a comprehensive report on his stewardship of the power sector over the past two and a half years.
During the meeting, the Minister highlighted major achievements under his leadership, including efforts to stabilise electricity generation, strengthen transmission capacity, and implement reforms to improve efficiency and service delivery across the power sector.
A key highlight of the presentation was the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP), along with its Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP), and a medium-to-long-term resource plan designed to ensure sustainability and continuity in the sector.
Adelabu expressed appreciation to the President for his support and reaffirmed his commitment to the development of Nigeria’s power sector and the nation as a whole.
The statement further disclosed that President Tinubu has given his approval and support for Adelabu to pursue his governorship ambition in Oyo State.
