By Ameh Gabriel
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted hazy weather conditions and thunderstorms across parts of the country from Tuesday to Thursday.
According to the agency’s forecast, slight dust haze is expected on Tuesday in parts of Katsina and Kano States, while thunderstorms are likely to develop later in the afternoon and evening over Taraba and Adamawa States.
In the North Central region, NiMet forecasts sunny skies with patches of clouds, with a chance of morning thunderstorms in Nasarawa State. By afternoon and evening, thunderstorms may extend to Kogi, Kwara, Benue, and the Federal Capital Territory.
The southern states are expected to experience cloudy weather with intervals of sunshine, along with isolated thunderstorms in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Rivers, and Bayelsa States during the morning. Thunderstorms may later sweep across Osun, Ekiti, Ondo, Oyo, Edo, Abia, Imo, Lagos, Delta, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom States.
For Wednesday, the forecast indicates cloudy skies with sunshine over the northern states, with continued chances of thunderstorms in Taraba and Adamawa by afternoon or evening. In the North Central, thunderstorms are anticipated in the Federal Capital Territory, Plateau, Benue, Kogi, Niger, and Nasarawa States later in the day. Southern states such as Bayelsa, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, and Rivers may see morning thunderstorms, followed by more storms across the region by afternoon.
On Thursday, sunny skies with some clouds are expected over the north, while the North Central region will see a mix of sunshine and afternoon thunderstorms in the Federal Capital Territory and neighboring states. The southern states will experience cloudy weather with a chance of morning thunderstorms in Delta and Bayelsa, and further storms later across Osun, Ekiti, Lagos, and others.
NiMet has advised Nigerians to take necessary precautions, especially those with respiratory conditions, due to the presence of dust in the atmosphere.
“Strong winds may precede the rains, so it’s important to secure loose items and avoid driving during heavy downpours. Remember to unplug electrical appliances and stay away from tall trees to prevent injuries from falling branches. Airline operators are advised to monitor weather updates for their specific routes to ensure safe flight operations,” the agency stated.
