The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted widespread rainy and thundery conditions across Nigeria from Thursday to Saturday, accompanied by dust haze in parts of the northern region.
In its weather outlook released in Abuja, NiMet forecast moderate dust haze over Borno, Yobe, Kano, Katsina, Zamfara, Jigawa, Kebbi, and Sokoto states during the period.
The agency said isolated thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rains are expected later in the day over Taraba, southern Bauchi, southern Kaduna, Adamawa, and Gombe states.
For the North Central region, NiMet predicted a cloudy atmosphere with intervals of sunshine, with chances of morning thunderstorms over Niger, Kwara, and Kogi states. Later in the day, isolated thunderstorms with light rains are expected over Nasarawa, Plateau, Kwara, Kogi, the Federal Capital Territory, and Benue states.
The southern region is expected to experience a cloudy atmosphere with intermittent sunshine, with morning thunderstorms and moderate rains over Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, Ogun, Ondo, Edo, Lagos, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Rivers, and Delta states. Thunderstorms with moderate rains are anticipated to spread across the region later in the day.
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NiMet also highlighted that strong winds may precede thunderstorms in some areas, advising the public to secure loose objects, avoid driving under heavy rain, stay away from tall trees, and disconnect electrical appliances to prevent hazards.
Airline operators have been urged to consult airport-specific weather reports for safe flight operations.
The agency further cautioned residents to stay updated on weather developments through its official website at www.nimet.gov.ng.
