Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has resigned from the cabinet of President Bola Tinubu.
According to reports, Adelabu submitted his resignation letter dated April 22, 2026, through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, with his exit set to take effect on April 30, 2026.
In the letter, the Oyo State-born politician explained that his decision was driven by his intention to focus on his 2027 governorship ambition in Oyo State, a pursuit he said began as far back as 2016.
He noted that his previous role as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria and his resignation from that position in 2018 were also part of his long-term political plans.
Adelabu expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the opportunity to serve, acknowledging the trust placed in him to contribute to reforms in Nigeria’s power sector. He added that his resignation is aimed at ensuring a smooth transition and aligns with the provisions of the amended Electoral Act 2026.
His resignation comes weeks after he publicly apologised to Nigerians over persistent nationwide power outages. During a press briefing in Abuja, he assured citizens that steps were being taken to improve electricity supply, describing the disruptions as temporary despite the hardship they have caused.
He also recognised the strain the outages have placed on households and businesses, especially during the dry season when demand for electricity tends to increase.
