Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja
Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu has resigned from the Federal Executive Council to pursue his gubernatorial ambition in Oyo State. His resignation letter, dated April 22, was submitted on Wednesday and addressed to President Bola Tinubu through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume. The resignation takes effect on April 30, 2026, to allow for a smooth transition. The Presidency confirmed receipt of the letter, which was seen by THISDAY.
In the letter, Adelabu expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the opportunity to serve as Minister of Power. He described it as a rare honour to contribute to national development and advance reforms in the power sector. Adelabu stated his resignation would enable him to focus on becoming Governor of Oyo State, an ambition he first pursued in 2018 when he left his position as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria.
He emphasized that his decision to step down from the cabinet was to ensure sufficient time for an orderly handover of duties. Adelabu remains committed to supporting national development, according to the letter. His political focus is now firmly on the Oyo State gubernatorial race.
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