The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast rainy and thundery conditions across the country from Monday through Wednesday.
According to the agency, thunderstorms with moderate rainfall are expected over parts of Jigawa, Zamfara, Kano, Kaduna, Bauchi, Yobe, and Katsina on Monday morning, with afternoon rains extending to Kebbi, Adamawa, and Taraba.
“Flash floods are possible in Bauchi, Jigawa, Katsina, Kaduna, and Kano States during this period,” NiMet warned.
In the central states, including Niger, Benue, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Plateau, and Nasarawa, morning cloudiness with light to moderate rainfall is expected, with a high risk of flooding in parts of Plateau.
The southern region will experience light to moderate rainfall over Ondo, Imo, Abia, Enugu, Ebonyi, Anambra, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom States.
On Tuesday, sunny skies with patches of clouds will dominate the north, though thunderstorms and rains will persist in parts of Adamawa, Taraba, and nearby states. The central and southern regions will continue to experience moderate rainfall.
By Wednesday, NiMet predicts sunny mornings in northern states, with thunderstorms expected later in the day. Central states will see cloudy skies and moderate rainfall, while southern states including Ebonyi, Akwa Ibom, Rivers, and Cross River will experience morning showers followed by moderate to heavy afternoon rains.
The agency cautioned residents in flood-prone areas to remain on alert, activate emergency responses, avoid driving during heavy downpours, secure loose objects, and take precautions against strong winds and low nighttime temperatures.
NiMet also advised residents to disconnect electrical appliances during storms and avoid taking shelter under tall trees.
“Airline operators are urged to obtain airport-specific weather reports for safe planning. For updates, residents can visit www.nimet.gov.ng,” the agency added.
