Adebayo Adelabu is expected to resign from his position after securing the approval of Bola Tinubu to contest the governorship election in Oyo State
The development followed a meeting between both men on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where Adelabu reportedly presented a detailed briefing on his performance in the power sector over the past two and a half years.
A statement signed by his Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Bolaji Tunji, said a key highlight of the meeting was the presentation of the National Integrated Electricity Policy and its Strategic Implementation Plan.
It added that the minister also reviewed achievements recorded under his leadership, including efforts to stabilise electricity generation, expand transmission capacity, and push reforms aimed at improving efficiency across the sector.
The statement confirmed that the minister would soon step down, stressing that the timing was deliberate to ensure continuity in ongoing reforms.
“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,” the statement read.
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