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NiMet Issues Three-Day Weather Forecast: States to Brace for Sunshine and Thunderstorms
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has released a three-day weather forecast predicting a blend of sunshine and isolated thunderstorms across various regions of the country from Tuesday to Thursday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to NiMet’s weather outlook published on Monday, predominantly sunny conditions with occasional cloudiness are expected in the northern parts of Nigeria on Tuesday. However, isolated thunderstorms may develop later in the day, particularly in Adamawa, Kaduna, and Taraba States.
In the North Central region, sunny skies with occasional clouds are anticipated, with a slight chance of isolated thunderstorms in the Federal Capital Territory, Benue, Nasarawa, and Kogi States during the morning hours. As the day progresses, isolated thunderstorms are likely to occur in the Federal Capital Territory, Benue, Niger, Plateau, and Kwara States.
Southern regions are expected to experience morning thunderstorms in areas like Cross River and Akwa Ibom States. Later in the day, isolated thunderstorms are likely to affect states such as Imo, Oyo, Ogun, Ondo, Edo, Abia, Anambra, Delta, Lagos, Rivers, Cross River, Bayelsa, and Akwa Ibom.
For Wednesday, NiMet forecasts sunny weather with cloud cover in the northern region, while isolated thunderstorms may occur in Kebbi, Zamfara, Taraba, Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa, and Kaduna States later in the day. The North Central region will have sunny skies with cloud patches during the morning hours, with isolated thunderstorms expected in the afternoon/evening in the Federal Capital Territory, Benue, Kwara, Niger, Kogi, Nasarawa, and Plateau States.
The southern part of the country will experience cloudy skies with periods of sunshine and chances of morning thunderstorms over Ogun, Lagos, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Rivers, and Bayelsa States. Isolated thunderstorms are also anticipated in the afternoon or evening across Ekiti, Osun, Ogun, Ondo, Edo, Anambra, Enugu, Lagos, Rivers, Bayelsa, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, and Delta States.
On Thursday, the forecast indicates sunny skies with a few clouds over the northern region in the morning and the possibility of isolated thunderstorms in Taraba during the afternoon and evening. In the North Central region, sunny conditions with cloud patches will prevail in the morning, followed by isolated thunderstorms over Benue, Kwara, and Kogi States later in the day.
Southern Nigeria will continue to experience cloudy skies with sunshine intervals, along with chances of isolated thunderstorms over Cross River, Rivers, Lagos, Bayelsa, and Akwa Ibom States in the morning. Isolated thunderstorms are also forecasted later in the day across Ekiti, Osun, Oyo, Ondo, Ogun, Ebonyi, Imo, Abia, Edo, Lagos, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Delta, and Rivers States.
NiMet has advised residents to increase water intake to prevent dehydration due to the prevailing high temperatures, which may lead to heat stress. The agency also recommended getting vaccinated against meningitis, maintaining good hygiene practices, avoiding crowded areas, and wearing face masks to reduce infection risks.
In addition, the public is advised to limit exposure to direct sunlight, especially during peak hours (noon to 3 pm), and to take precautions against strong winds preceding thunderstorms. NiMet also urged airline operators to obtain airport-specific weather reports for effective planning.
Residents are encouraged to stay updated on weather conditions through NiMet’s official website (www.nimet.gov.ng) to ensure safety and preparedness.
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, says the state has mapped out 22,435 hectares of degraded land for restoration under the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project using modern geospatial mapping technology.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said the initiative is part of efforts to strengthen climate resilience, tackle environmental degradation, and promote sustainable land use in the state.
Speaking at the ACReSAL mid-term review meeting in Kaduna through the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Abubakar Buba, the governor explained that the use of geospatial tools has made it possible to accurately identify affected areas for targeted intervention.
He added that the project is not only focused on land recovery but also on boosting agricultural output and improving livelihoods in affected communities.
Sani also noted that the state is supporting the programme with empowerment initiatives, including training over 500 women, youths, and school feeding vendors in biomass briquette production.
According to him, the effort is already helping to reduce dependence on firewood while creating alternative sources of income for beneficiaries.
President Tinubu has given full backing for the implementation of the ₦68.32 trillion 2026 budget after signing the Appropriation Bill passed by the National Assembly into law.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He also approved an amendment extending the lifespan of the 2025 budget from March 31 to June 30, 2026, to ensure completion of ongoing capital projects nationwide.
Under the 2026 fiscal plan, ₦4.799 trillion is set aside for statutory transfers, ₦15.8 trillion for debt servicing, ₦15.4 trillion for recurrent spending, while ₦32.2 trillion goes to capital projects—about half of the total budget.
The focus, according to the administration, is on infrastructure development, security, and growth-driven investments aimed at improving living standards.
Speaking on the development, presidential aide Bayo Onanuga said the extension of the 2025 budget will help ensure full use of allocated funds, especially for major ongoing projects.
Tinubu directed all ministries, departments, and agencies to ensure transparency, discipline, and value-for-money in implementing the budget, while praising the National Assembly for its swift passage of the bill.
He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to economic reforms, revenue growth, job creation, and social welfare improvements.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has described moves to prosecute former Senate President Bukola Saraki and former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed over alleged culpable homicide as an attempt to reopen the 2018 Offa robbery tragedy for political purposes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement on Friday, the party’s spokesperson, Olusegun Adewara, said the development is a disturbing and dangerous politicisation of a case they claim has already been addressed through judicial processes.
He warned against dragging the state into fresh tension, accusing the state government of attempting to revive old allegations for political advantage.
Adewara said the PDP would not remain silent while what he called “political narratives” are used to influence public perception around a tragic incident that claimed multiple lives in Offa in 2018.
He also urged residents, especially affected families, not to allow their pain to be used for political gains, insisting it is unjust to associate Saraki with the crime.
The party further alleged that the move is aimed at distracting attention from governance challenges in the state.
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