The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast dust haze and thunderstorms across different parts of the country from Monday to Wednesday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The agency disclosed this in its weather outlook released in Abuja on Sunday.

According to NiMet, slight dust haze is expected across most parts of the northern region on Monday, while moderate haze is likely in parts of Kano, Jigawa, Bauchi and Kaduna states.

The agency also predicted isolated thunderstorms accompanied by light rain over parts of Taraba State during the afternoon or evening.

In the North-Central region, NiMet said sunny conditions with patches of cloud were expected in the morning, followed by isolated thunderstorms and light rain over parts of Kogi, Kwara, Benue and the Federal Capital Territory later in the day.

For the southern region, cloudy skies are expected in the morning, with light rain forecast over parts of Delta and Bayelsa states.

NiMet added that thunderstorms with moderate rainfall could occur later in the day over parts of Ondo, Ogun, Osun and Ekiti states, as well as across the South-East and South-South regions.

Tuesday’s Weather Forecast

For Tuesday, the agency predicted sunny and hazy conditions across the northern region throughout the day.

The North-Central region is expected to experience sunny weather with patches of cloud in the morning, while isolated thunderstorms and light rain may occur over parts of Kogi, Kwara and Benue states during the afternoon or evening.

In the southern region, cloudy conditions are expected in the morning, with thunderstorms and moderate rainfall likely across most areas later in the day.

Wednesday’s Weather Forecast

On Wednesday, NiMet forecast slight dust haze over most parts of the northern region throughout the day, while sunny conditions with patches of cloud are expected across the North-Central region.

The agency also predicted cloudy skies over the southern region in the morning, with thunderstorms and light rain likely over parts of Imo, Abia and Anambra states.

Light rainfall is also expected over parts of the South-West and South-South regions later in the day.

NiMet Issues Safety Advisory

The agency urged members of the public, particularly people living with asthma and other respiratory conditions, to take precautions against suspended dust particles.

It also warned that strong winds could precede thunderstorms, advising residents to secure loose objects that might be blown away.

NiMet further cautioned people against taking shelter under tall trees during thunderstorms because falling branches or uprooted trees could cause injuries.

Senior Economist at SPM Professionals, Paul Alaje, has warned that any presidential candidate who fails to prioritise productivity could damage Nigeria’s economy if elected in 2027.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The leading contenders in the forthcoming presidential election include President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Peter Obi of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Alaje urged Nigerians to scrutinise candidates’ economic plans, particularly their proposals for increasing national productivity and improving living standards.

He challenged presidential hopefuls to present practical policies capable of boosting economic output and creating better opportunities for Nigerians.

“Anybody who is not discussing productivity is going to run the economy down,” he said.

When asked what Nigerians should consider before choosing a candidate in the 2027 election, the economist emphasised the importance of policies that would improve citizens’ purchasing power and make basic necessities more affordable.

“Any candidate who is telling you that the money in your pocket will buy more, will improve more, and will afford your rent, that is the candidate you should vote for,” Alaje stated.

Meanwhile, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has described former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi as political gamblers.

Wike accused the opposition figures of pursuing presidential ambitions without presenting a clear vision for the country.

The minister made the remarks on Friday during a Rainbow Coalition town hall meeting in Ayama, Abua/Odual Local Government Area of Rivers State.

Addressing traditional rulers, political leaders, academics, women and youths, Wike urged Nigerians to assess presidential candidates based on their records rather than campaign promises.

He particularly criticised Atiku over his repeated attempts to become Nigeria’s president.

Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, has responded to Rotimi Amaechi, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate, over his remarks describing supporters of the current administration as mad.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Amaechi, a former Minister of Transportation, reportedly made the comments during a town hall meeting in Benin City, Edo State, where he said only “mad people” and “thieves” would vote for Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.

He criticised the President’s economic policies, describing the removal of the fuel subsidy as “reckless”, and urged residents of Edo State to reject Tinubu at the polls in 2027.

Amaechi also argued that Nigerians campaigning for the President’s re-election should not be trusted, adding that those planning to vote for Tinubu were not thinking clearly.

He said the 2027 election would show the number of Nigerians willing to support the President and maintained that Edo residents should vote against Tinubu if they wanted to demonstrate sound judgment.

Reacting to the remarks in a post on his X account, Onanuga acknowledged that Tinubu’s supporters were indeed “MAD”, but gave the word a different meaning.

According to the presidential aide, the acronym stands for “Motivated, Assured and Determined”, describing the qualities he believes characterise supporters of Tinubu’s re-election bid.

Onanuga wrote: “Rotimi Amaechi: Yes, we, the followers and supporters of President Tinubu, are truly MAD. Read why we are.

“Motivated, driven by purpose and passion. Assured, confident in our vision and victory.

“Determined, focused, resolute, and unstoppable for President Tinubu’s re-election.”