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In an interesting political move, Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu, has quit his federal post to chase the Oyo State governorship.
The resignation letter, dated April 22, 2026, and sent to President Bola Tinubu via the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, takes effect April 30. It allows time for a seamless handover in the vital energy sector.
Adelabu, a former APC governorship candidate in Oyo who lost to Governor Seyi Makinde in 2023, expressed “deep honour and profound gratitude” for his service.
Insiders say this clears his path for another shot at the Oyo Government House amid rising APC ambitions.
He wrote, “I write with a deep sense of honour and profound gratitude to formally tender my resignation as the Honourable Minister of Power of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This resignation is to take effect on 30th April 2026, in order to allow sufficient time for a smooth and orderly handover of responsibilities.”
Adelabu thanked the President for the opportunity to serve, describing his appointment as a privilege.
He said, “Your Excellency, I remain sincerely grateful for the privilege and confidence you reposed in me by appointing me to serve our great nation in this capacity.
“It has been a rare honour to contribute to national development under your leadership and to play a role in advancing reforms in the power sector, one of the most critical foundations of Nigeria’s industrial growth and economic transformation.”
Also as reported by THE Punch, the former minister said his resignation was to enable him focus fully on his governorship ambition in Oyo State, citing provisions of the amended electoral law.
He added, “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.”
“In line with the provisions of the Amended Electoral Act 2026, which preclude political office holders from contesting elections, I consider it both appropriate and necessary to resign at this time.”
Adelabu’s exit marks a major political development ahead of the next electoral cycle, particularly in Oyo State, where he is expected to contest the governorship election.
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