Adelabu set to resign as Minister of power

Adebayo Adelabu, Nigeria’s minister of power is set to resign his position in coming days, in pursuit of his gubernatorial aspiration in Oyo State.

The minister made his intention to resign known to President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, as he presented a report on his stewardship in the power sector over the past two and a half years.

During the meeting, the Minister outlined key milestones recorded under his leadership, including efforts to stabilise electricity generation, strengthen transmission capacity, and implement reforms aimed at enhancing efficiency and service delivery across the power sector value chain.

Tunji Bolaji, Minister’s Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, in a statement said that “In view of this development, Chief Adebayo Adelabu is expected to resign his position as Minister of Power in the coming days. The timing of his anticipated resignation reflects his commitment to addressing key sectoral challenges and ensuring continuity in ongoing reforms prior to exiting office.

“Notably, this includes efforts to stabilise the sector following recent declines in power generation due to gas supply constraints to power plants, ongoing pipeline repairs, and outstanding obligations to gas suppliers, as well as the need to secure the President’s approval for his intended resignation and gubernatorial aspiration in Oyo State.”

Adelabu according to the statement, presented the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) and its accompanying Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP) as well as the Medium-Long Term Integrated Resource Plan for the Power Sector to guide Succession and Sustainability to the President.

The NIEP is a comprehensive policy framework designed to guide the sustainable development of Nigeria’s electricity sector. It provides a long-term roadmap for achieving energy security, expanding electricity access, integrating renewable energy, and building a more resilient and efficient power sector.

Also, the Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP) serves as the operational blueprint for the NIEP, detailing specific actions, timelines, and institutional responsibilities required to translate policy objectives into measurable outcomes.

“The SIP prioritises critical interventions across generation, transmission, and distribution, while also addressing regulatory reforms, investment mobilisation, human capacity and local content development within the sector.

“President Tinubu commended the Minister for his dedication and the progress recorded, particularly in laying a strong policy foundation for the transformation of the power sector. The President also granted his consent and blessing for the Minister to pursue his governorship ambition,” the statement read.