The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) today convened a multi-sectoral stakeholders’ meeting to validate its draft 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) and strengthen sector-specific climate advisories through a co-creation and co-production approach. The meeting, held in line with NiMet’s statutory mandate,…
NiMet Launches Maiden Livestock Weather Bulletin, Partners Livestock Ministry on Climate-Smart Farming
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has presented its maiden Livestock Weather Bulletin to the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, marking a step toward integrating climate intelligence into Nigeria’s livestock sector. The presentation was made during a courtesy visit led by…
At COP30, NiMet and Ignitia Explore Strategic Collaboration to Strengthen Climate Services
At the ongoing UNFCCC Conference of Parties (COP) 30 today, the Director General of NiMet, Professor Anosike, met with Ignitia CEO, Andrew Lala, to discuss advancing weather and climate information services across Nigeria. The conversation focused on empowering meteorologists to…
Nigeria Environment Outlook 2025: Itua, Nwosu Call for Radical Incentives to Drive Green Growth
L-R: Keynote Speaker / Executive Director, Africa Green Economy and Sustainability Institute (AGESI), Dr. Eugene Itua; Representative of the Director General of the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet) — Director, Applied Meteorological Services, of NiMet, Mrs Glory Onyegbule and Convener, Mr…
NiMet, DG, Shine at 2025 Nigeria GovTech Public Service Awards
It was a proud moment for the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) as its Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Charles Anosike, emerged a double honouree at the Nigeria GovTech Public Service Awards 2025, organised by the Bureau of Public Service…
NiMet Deepens Ties with Morocco’s Meteorology Directorate, To Strengthen AI-Based Weather Collaboration
In a strategic move to bolster regional cooperation in climate and weather forecasting, the Director General of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Charles Anosike, paid a working visit to the Directorate of General Meteorology (DGM) in the Kingdom of…
NiMet, C-WINS Partner on Climate Solutions for Health, Food and Community Resilience
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and the Centre for Well-being and Integrated Nutrition Solutions (C-WINS) have formalised a strategic partnership to advance climate action in Nigeria. The partnership aims to integrate solutions that connect climate, public health, food and nutrition…
NiMeT Holds Stakeholder Engagement on Early Warning – Calls for Stronger Climate Partnerships
“Early warnings must not end with forecasts alone; they must inspire understanding and drive decisive action.” – Charles Anosike At a time when Nigeria is facing rising sea levels, erratic rainfall patterns, and the intensifying bite of heatwaves, the…
“Weather and Climate Data Are the Bedrock of Sustainability Reporting — NiMet DG Anosike
L-R Prof. Charles Anosike DG/CEO NiMet, Mr John Briggs of Securities and Exchange Commission, Dr. Ndidi Nnoli-Edozien Board Member (African Rep) International Sustainability Standards Board, Neil Stewart Director of Corporate Outreach, the IFRS Foundation Prof. Charles Anosike has re-affirmed…
Fenrad, NSCDC Urge Immediate Action in Abia to Mitigate Flood Threats
An environmental watchdog, the Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy and Development (FENRAD) has urged the Abia State government and other relevant authorities to embark on early preparedness and immediate action to mitigate against expected flooding in Abia State. This advisory…