ABUJA, Nigeria — Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, is expected to step down from his position in the coming days, according to his Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Bolaji Tunji.
The planned resignation follows recent engagements by the minister, including the presentation of the National Integrated Electricity Policy and its Strategic Implementation Plan, as part of ongoing efforts to address challenges in Nigeria’s power sector, to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the State House in Abuja on Tuesday, April 22, 2026.
Okay News reports that the anticipated exit is linked to Adelabu’s intention to pursue a gubernatorial ambition in Oyo State, southwestern Nigeria, subject to the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“In view of this development, Chief Adebayo Adelabu is expected to resign his position as Minister of Power in the coming days,” Tunji said.
“The timing of his anticipated resignation reflects his commitment to addressing key sectoral challenges and ensuring continuity in ongoing reforms prior to exiting office. Notably, this includes efforts to stabilise the sector following recent declines in power generation due to gas supply constraints to power plants, ongoing pipeline repairs, and outstanding obligations to gas suppliers, as well as the need to secure the President’s approval for his intended resignation and gubernatorial aspiration in Oyo State.”
Tunji added that the minister used the engagement to outline progress made during his tenure, particularly in stabilising electricity generation and strengthening the national grid.
“During the meeting, the minister outlined key milestones recorded under his leadership, including efforts to stabilise electricity generation, strengthen transmission capacity, and implement reforms aimed at enhancing efficiency and service delivery across the power sector value chain,” he said.
