What Tinubu Told Minister of Power Who Resigned for Oyo Guber That Set Social Media Ablaze: ‘You Sure You Can Win?’ — How Adelabu Resigned Against Tinubu’s Wish for Oyo Guber

You Sure You Can Win?’ — How Adelabu Resigned Against Tinubu’s Wish for Oyo Guber

 

 

ABUJA, NIGERIA – The political landscape is currently on fire following the dramatic resignation of the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s cabinet—a move that reportedly happened strictly against the President’s wish.

 

Ejes Gist News has gathered exclusive details of the closed-door drama that led to Adelabu stepping down to pursue his lifelong ambition of becoming the Governor of Oyo State.

THE RESIGNATION THAT SHOOK THE FEC

Adelabu officially threw in the towel via a letter dated April 22, 2026, transmitted to the President through the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.

But behind the formal letter lies a gripping tale of political maneuvering.

Sources within the Presidency revealed to Ejes Gist News that President Tinubu was visibly reluctant to let the Ibadan-born technocrat go. In fact, inside sources suggest that the President had bigger plans for Adelabu.

“The President actually intended to promote Adelabu to the Ministry of Finance to succeed Wale Edun,” a top source confided. “Tinubu saw him as a key player in his economic team.”

‘YOU SURE YOU CAN WIN?’ — WHAT TINUBU ASKED THAT BROKE THE INTERNET

To prevent the resignation, President Tinubu reportedly took an unusual step. According to Presidency insiders, the President avoided a private meeting with Adelabu for nearly two months, hoping the minister would change his mind.

 

When the two giants finally met at the Presidential Villa, the conversation was tense. President Tinubu, looking the former banker straight in the eye, asked a question that has since set social media ablaze:

“You sure you can win?”

Adelabu, displaying the confidence of a man who has tasted the corridors of power, reportedly responded with absolute certainty. He expressed full confidence in his ability to clinch the party ticket and win the gubernatorial election.

It was only then that the President offered his blessings and wished him success.

THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM: THE MARCH 31 DEADLINE

Critics have been quick to point out that Adelabu’s resignation came 22 days after the March 31 deadline set by the Presidency for all appointees seeking elective offices.

However, Ejes Gist News can authoritatively report that legal experts and administration insiders have clarified that the March 31 deadline was merely administrative, not legal.

According to the Electoral Act 2026, aspirants are required to resign at least 30 days before party primaries. Adelabu is still well within this legal timeframe.

WHAT NEXT?

Adelabu’s resignation will officially take effect on April 30, 2026, to ensure a seamless handover of duties within the power sector—a sector many believe he leaves with mixed results.

Now, all eyes are on Oyo State. Can Adelabu, a former CBN deputy governor, overcome the political structures in the Pacesetter State? Or has he just traded a ministerial seat for a political wild goose chase?

 

Social media is divided. Some hail his courage. Others call it political foolishness.

But one thing is clear: Adebayo Adelabu has just thrown the biggest dice of his political career.

 

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