The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has dismissed reports claiming he has resigned from the cabinet of Bola Tinubu, describing the information as false and misleading.
The clarification comes amid a Federal Government directive requiring political appointees with ambitions for the 2027 general elections to step down from their positions.
Responding via WhatsApp on Tuesday, Adelabu’s Special Assistant on Media, Bolaji Tunji, said the reports were completely untrue, stressing that the minister remains focused on his duties in the power sector.
“The news of the minister’s resignation is fake. There is no truth to it,” Tunji said, adding that even the purported resignation letter circulating online had been clearly marked as “fake news.”
The rumours gained traction following Adelabu’s recent comments, which some interpreted as leaving room for a possible political move ahead of the 2027 elections.
Speaking earlier at a press briefing in Abuja, the minister neither confirmed nor denied any intention to contest, but acknowledged the timeline for political decisions.
“What matters to me most now is this job that I am doing as the Honourable Minister of Power. I am excelling on the job, and that is my priority for now, tackling both foreseen and unforeseen challenges in the power sector,” he said.
He reiterated that addressing 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, if I am interested in the gubernatorial contest in Oyo State. It is all about service, either at the national level or at the subnational level,” Adelabu added.
However, in remarks that further fueled speculation, he noted that his political future is yet to be decided.
“I will not say more than that. Whether I will be here or I will be leaving is a matter of time. I will get back to you,” he said.
The situation follows a directive from President Tinubu mandating ministers, heads of agencies, and other political appointees seeking elective office in 2027 to resign on or before March 31, 2026, in line with provisions of the Electoral Act and the timetable set for party primaries.
