The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has stepped down from his position and proposed the introduction of a Coordinating Minister for Energy to help streamline reforms across Nigeria’s power and gas sectors.
In a resignation letter dated April 22, 2026, addressed to President Bola Tinubu, Adelabu stated that his exit will take effect on April 30, 2026. He explained that the move is to allow him focus on his governorship ambition in Oyo State.
He added that his decision complies with the provisions of the amended Electoral Act 2026, which requires public office holders to resign before contesting elections.
Confirming the development, his Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Bolaji Tunji, said the minister expressed gratitude to the President for the opportunity to serve, describing his time in office as a meaningful chance to contribute to the country’s development.
Adelabu also emphasized the need for better coordination within the energy sector, recommending the creation of a Coordinating Minister for Energy to align policies and ensure smoother implementation across power, gas, and related sectors.
He further highlighted some of the key milestones achieved during his time in office.
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During his time in office, he highlighted several key achievements, including the rollout of the Electricity Act 2023, which opened up the power sector and made it more attractive to investors. He pointed out that electricity generation reached a peak of over 6,000 megawatts, largely due to the addition of the Zungeru Hydropower Plant and the refurbishment of existing thermal power stations.
He also noted that transmission capacity improved following grid upgrades carried out under the Presidential Power Initiative. In the distribution sector, he said there was stronger regulatory oversight, better revenue collection, and ongoing efforts to cut down Aggregate Technical, Commercial and Collection (ATC&C) losses.
In addition, he mentioned progress in reducing the metering gap through initiatives like the Presidential Metering Initiative and the World Bank-backed Distribution Sector Recovery Programme.
