Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) is poised to unveil its 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) and the State of the Climate in Nigeria report, marking a groundbreaking step toward inclusivity and accessibility.
For the first time, the SCP will be presented in three major Nigerian languages, a move aimed at ensuring wider reach and understanding among citizens.
This was revealed in a statement by the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of NiMet, Prof. Charles Anosike, who underscored the critical role of early warnings in promoting climate resilience and sustainable development across key sectors, particularly aviation.
2025 Theme
The theme for this year’s SCP is “The Role of Early Warnings towards a Climate-Resilient Aviation Industry for Sustainable Socio-Economic Development.”
Published annually in the first quarter, the SCP provides insights into key climatic variables, such as rainfall and temperature, to guide socio-economic activities. This initiative aligns with NiMet’s mandate to deliver timely and reliable weather, climate, and water-related information to the government and public.
Prof. Anosike highlighted the SCP’s relevance across several critical sectors, including:
– Agriculture: Predicting the duration of the cropping season.
– Aviation: Enhancing operational safety through early warnings.
– Disaster Risk Management: Mitigating climate-related hazards.
– Health: Issuing Malaria and Meningitis vigilance forecasts.
– Energy: Supporting hydro and renewable energy planning.
– Water Resources, Telecommunication, Tourism, and Transport: Informing policies and operations.
Key Highlights of the SCP
The 2025 SCP will provide comprehensive forecasts, including:
– Onset and cessation dates for the rainy season.
– Duration of the cropping season.
– Expected total rainfall across all 774 Local Government Areas.
– Temperature predictions for January to May.
– Malaria and Meningitis surveillance forecasts.
NiMet reaffirmed its commitment to advancing climate-related research and fostering resilience through innovative and inclusive strategies.
Prof. Anosike called on stakeholders across sectors to leverage the SCP for informed decision-making, emphasizing its potential to drive sustainable development and improve the nation’s preparedness for climate-induced challenges.
By Enoch Odesola | January 20, 2025
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