BREAKING: Power Minister, Adebayo Adelabu Resigns To Focus On Oyo 2027 Guber Race
The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has officially resigned his appointment from the cabinet of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Adelabu, popularly known as "Penkelemesi," tendered his resignation in a letter dated April 22, 2026, a copy of which was sighted by reporters.
According to the letter, his resignation will take effect from April 30, 2026, to ensure a "smooth and orderly handover of responsibilities."
Adelabu stated that his decision to exit the Federal Executive Council was informed by his desire to pursue his long-standing gubernatorial ambition in Oyo State.
"My decision to step down is informed by my intention to focus fully on my gubernatorial ambition in Oyo State. This aspiration, which dates back to 2016 during my service as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, ultimately led to my voluntary resignation from the Central Bank in 2018 in order to pursue the same goal," the letter read in part.
The Minister further cited the provisions of the Amended Electoral Act 2026, which mandates political office holders to resign their positions before contesting elective offices.
While expressing his gratitude to the President for the privilege to serve, Adelabu noted that the power sector remains one of the most critical foundations for Nigeria’s industrial growth and economic transformation.
Adelabu had previously contested the governorship seat in the Pacesetter State in 2019 and 2023. With this formal exit from the cabinet, he is expected to return to the political trenches in Ibadan to kickstart his campaign for the 2027 polls.
The Presidency is yet to announce a replacement for the Ministry at the time of this report.