Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria’s Minister of Power, , has resigned from his position, citing his intention to pursue the governorship of , even as the country continues to grapple with a fragile electricity supply.
Adelabu’s exit comes against the backdrop of persistent power challenges, with national generation fluctuating between 3,900 megawatts (MW) and 5,500MW. These inconsistencies have largely been attributed to unreliable gas supply, transmission bottlenecks, and frequent grid disturbances.
During his tenure, the minister repeatedly pledged to stabilize the sector and improve supply. However, many Nigerians say those promises yielded limited results, as households and businesses continue to depend heavily on generators due to erratic electricity from the national grid.
Reports by indicate that Nigeria has struggled to consistently generate above 5,000MW—far below what is required to meet the demands of its population. The publication attributes this to long-standing structural issues, including gas shortages and weak transmission infrastructure.
Data from the also highlights recurring grid collapses and load rejection by distribution companies, further worsening supply instability across the country.
Adelabu’s decision to step down is widely seen as part of a strategic political move ahead of the next electoral cycle in Oyo State, where he is expected to contest the governorship. Political analysts note that such resignations are common among appointees seeking elective office, particularly as campaigns begin to gather momentum.
While some stakeholders have criticized the timing of his exit, others argue that Nigeria’s power sector challenges extend beyond individual leadership and require sustained, systemic reforms.
With Adelabu’s departure, attention now turns to who will succeed him and whether new leadership can deliver the long-promised improvements in power generation, transmission, and distribution. For millions of Nigerians, the hope remains unchanged: a stable and reliable electricity supply that meets the country’s growing needs.