As Adebayo Adelabu shifts his focus toward the Oyo State 2027 governorship race, stakeholders in Nigeria's energy sector are calling for a "technocrat" to take over the Ministry of Power.
The race for his replacement has begun even before an official resignation is announced.
Energy experts argue that the next minister must have deep technical knowledge of the power grid and the Electricity Act to manage the sector's current "fragile" state.
Interested candidates are already reaching out to the Presidency, knowing that Adelabu’s exit is inevitable due to the INEC 2026 timetable.
The Minister recently hinted at his departure, stating he wants to complete key power projects "before leaving office."
Some consumer groups suggest that the Permanent Secretary could run the ministry temporarily to avoid political interference during the election period.
