By Uriel Ihotu
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) is set to collaborate with Adamawa State University (ADSU), Mubi, to enhance early warning systems and improve climate resilience in flood-prone communities across Adamawa State.
The proposed partnership was reaffirmed during a courtesy visit by the Vice-Chancellor of ADSU, Professor Augustine Clement, to the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of NiMet, Professor Charles Anosike, at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
Speaking during the meeting, Professor Anosike, who also serves as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative with the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), emphasized the urgent need for accurate meteorological data to strengthen disaster risk management, especially in vulnerable agrarian regions near major water bodies like the Kiri Dam.
“Adamawa State University’s location in an agricultural corridor and its proximity to critical hydrological infrastructure make it strategically positioned for impactful collaboration,” Anosike said. “We aim to support ADSU in establishing a functional weather station, promoting joint climate research, seasonal climate prediction downscaling, and capacity-building initiatives.”
He disclosed that the collaboration would be formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which will outline roles and responsibilities, including station maintenance, data generation, and community engagement.
“Beyond research, the university must engage surrounding communities to ensure the practical application of meteorological insights and strengthen local resilience,” he added.
In his remarks, ADSU Vice-Chancellor, Professor Augustine Clement, expressed appreciation for NiMet’s national impact and pledged the university’s readiness to drive research and innovation that support environmental sustainability and mitigate climate risks across the state.
“This partnership is timely and crucial. We are committed to working with NiMet to expand research that not only supports the university’s academic mission but also addresses the real-world challenges our communities face,” he said.
The initiative underscores NiMet’s commitment to grassroots partnerships that integrate science, policy, and education in building climate-smart communities.
