Nigeria's Power Minister Adelabu to Resign for 2027 Bid

Nigeria's Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, plans to resign from his position in the coming days to focus on his bid for the Oyo State governorship in the 2027 elections, following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Abuja on Tuesday.

Adelabu informed Tinubu of his decision during the session at the Presidential Villa, where the president granted his approval and expressed support for the minister's political ambitions. According to a statement from Bolaji Tunji, Adelabu's special adviser on strategic communications and media relations, the minister provided a detailed briefing on his tenure in the power sector over the past two and a half years. This included presentations on key policy documents, such as the National Integrated Electricity Policy and its Strategic Implementation Plan, as well as the Medium- to Long-Term Integrated Resource Plan. These frameworks aim to guide the sustainable development of Nigeria's electricity sector, emphasizing energy security, expanded access, renewable energy integration, and improved resilience.

Tunji noted that Adelabu highlighted achievements under his leadership, including efforts to stabilize electricity generation, enhance...