The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast widespread thunderstorms and rainfall across the country from Monday to Wednesday, warning of potential disruptions due to strong winds and intense weather conditions.
In a statement issued Sunday in Abuja, NiMet predicted morning thunderstorms and rain showers in parts of Taraba, Kaduna, Gombe, Bauchi, Kebbi, Sokoto, Katsina, Jigawa, and Kano States on Monday. More rain and thunderstorms are expected later in the day across Taraba, Kaduna, Sokoto, Borno, Kebbi, and Zamfara.
The North-central region, including FCT, Niger, Nasarawa, Plateau, Kwara, Kogi, and Benue, is also set to experience morning and evening rains, while the Southern region will see cloudy weather, followed by showers in Ondo, Ogun, Edo, Ebonyi, Abia, Cross River, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and more states throughout the day.
Tuesday’s forecast indicates early thunderstorms in Kano, Zamfara, Katsina, Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa, Borno, Yobe, and Taraba, with continued activity into the evening in parts of Taraba, Kebbi, and Kaduna. The trend continues across North-central and Southern states, with rains expected throughout the day.
On Wednesday, NiMet expects morning rains in Zamfara, Adamawa, Kaduna, Sokoto, Kebbi, and Taraba, with afternoon/evening thunderstorms hitting much of the North-central and Southern regions.
The agency warned of strong winds likely to accompany the storms and advised residents to secure loose objects, avoid driving in heavy rain, and disconnect electrical appliances during storms. Travelers and airline operators are also advised to stay updated with weather alerts and get detailed reports from NiMet.
“Stay away from tall trees and monitor NiMet updates through official channels or our website: www.nimet.gov.ng,” the agency urged.
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