The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, is set to step down from his position after receiving approval from Bola Ahmed Tinubu to contest the Oyo State governorship election.
The decision followed a meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where Adelabu presented a detailed report on his performance in the power sector over the past two and a half years.
According to a statement by his media aide, Bolaji Tunji, the minister highlighted key achievements during his tenure, including efforts to stabilise electricity generation, improve transmission capacity, and drive reforms aimed at boosting efficiency across the sector.
A major focus of the meeting was the presentation of the National Integrated Electricity Policy and its Strategic Implementation Plan, designed as a long-term roadmap to improve energy security, expand access to electricity, and strengthen the overall power system in Nigeria.
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The statement confirmed that Adelabu will resign in the coming days, noting that the timing is intended to ensure a smooth transition while ongoing reforms in the sector are sustained.
It also pointed to recent challenges in the power sector, including reduced generation linked to gas supply issues, pipeline maintenance, and outstanding payments to gas suppliers, which the minister has been working to address before leaving office.
President Tinubu was said to have commended Adelabu for his efforts, particularly in laying a policy foundation for future improvements in the electricity sector, and gave his full backing for the minister’s political ambition.
Adelabu, in turn, expressed appreciation for the president’s support and reiterated his commitment to contributing to national development, even as he prepares to pursue a new political path in Oyo State.
