Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu is set to resign after securing President Tinubu’s approval to contest the Oyo governorship election in 2027.
Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu is set to resign from his position in the coming days after receiving approval from President Bola Tinubu to pursue his governorship ambition in Oyo State ahead of the 2027 elections.
The development followed a closed-door meeting between Adelabu and the president at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Tuesday, after which a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Tunji Bolaji, confirmed the decision. “President Tinubu commended the minister for his dedication and the progress recorded, particularly in laying a strong policy foundation for the transformation of the power sector,” the statement read, adding that the president granted Adelabu his “consent and blessing” to pursue his political ambition.
“In view of this development, Chief Adebayo Adelabu is expected to resign his position as Minister of Power in the coming days,” the statement added. During the meeting, Adelabu presented a report on his stewardship, highlighting efforts to stabilise electricity generation, improve transmission infrastructure, and implement sector-wide reforms. He also unveiled key policy frameworks, including the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP), its Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP), and a Medium- to Long-Term Integrated Resource Plan aimed at achieving energy security, expanding access, and strengthening Nigeria’s power system.
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