Adelabu dismisses claims of resignation amid 2027 speculation

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has denied reports claiming he has resigned from office, describing the allegations as false and misleading amid rising political speculation about his future.

The clarification comes against the backdrop of a Federal Government directive requiring political appointees with ambitions for the 2027 general elections to step down from their positions.

Responding in a WhatsApp message to journalists on Tuesday, Adelabu’s Special Assistant on Media, Bolaji Tunji, dismissed the reports as fake news, insisting that the minister remains fully committed to his duties in the power sector.

“The news of the minister’s resignation is fake. There is no truth to it,” Tunji said.

At a press briefing in Abuja last Tuesday, Adelabu stopped short of confirming whether he would resign, although he acknowledged the timeline for political decisions ahead of the 2027 elections.

“What matters to me most now is this job that I am doing as the Honourable Minister of Power. I am focused on delivering results, and that remains my priority, particularly in addressing both anticipated and unforeseen challenges in the power sector,” he said.

He reiterated that resolving Nigeria’s electricity challenges remains his immediate focus.

“Resolving the power supply challenges is my priority for now. We have between now and March 31 to decide, if I choose to pursue the gubernatorial contest in Oyo State. It is ultimately about service, whether at the national or subnational level,” Adelabu added.