Adebayo Adelabu Resigns as Minister for Oyo Governorship

Adebayo Adelabu, the current Minister of Power in the Federal Republic of Nigeria, has officially resigned to pursue his ambition for the governorship of Oyo State. He submitted his resignation letter on April 22, 2026, addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The resignation will take effect on April 30, 2026, allowing for a smooth transition of duties within the ministry. Adelabu expressed deep gratitude and honor in his formal resignation letter.

This decision follows the approval he secured from President Tinubu to step down in order to contest in the forthcoming Oyo State governorship race.