NiMet warns of possible rise in temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius
March 26, 2023 The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) on Sunday warned of possible rise in temperatures in some cities which might lead to thermal discomfort. Its spokesman, Mr Muntari Ibrahim,…
NiMet predicts 3-day dust haze from Saturday, air travel threatened
By Gabriel Agbeja The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has predicted dust haze across the country from Saturday to Monday. This may disrupt aviation business as pilot’s visibility are impaired. NiMet’s…
FLOODING: LASG RESTATES CAPACITY TO MANAGE SITUATION
October 24, 2022 …Alerts communities on Ogun river bank Following renewed fears of residents about the ravages of massive flooding nationwide, Lagos State convened a meeting of all critical stakeholders…
Flooding: FG to initiate bilateral discussion with Cameroon in Nov. on the periodic opening of Lagdo dam as over 2.5 m persons affected
October 17, 2022 …Tasks State Govts. on evacuation Over 2.5 million persons are affected by current floods which hit Nigeria when Cameroonian authorities released water from their Lagdo Dam. Of…
Flooding: FG approves Emergency Preparedness response plan nationwide as over 1.4m persons displaced, 500 killed
October 12, 2022 The Federal Government has approved emergency management plans to mitigate the impact of the flood nationwide. Dr. Nasir Sani-Gwarzo, the Permanent Secretary (PS), Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs,…
HEAVY RAINFALLS: LASG WARNS OWNERS OF STRUCTURES ON DRAINAGE ALIGNMENTS
September 14, 2022 As heavy rainfall intensifies, leading to flash floods in some parts, Lagos State Government on Tuesday renewed its warning to owners of all structures on drainage alignments…
Rainy season: NiMet predicts flight cancellation, diversion in 2022
Feb. 25, 20222 The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) said there might be flight delays and cancellations in compliance with safety regulations during the 2022 rainy season. This is contained in…
Aviation workers suspend planned nationwide strike
Feb. 8, 2022 Aviation industry’s Associations/Unions have suspended a nationwide industrial action billed to commence Feb. 8. Sen. Chris Ngige, Minister of Labour and Employment, said this while briefing newsmen…
NIGERIA PLANS “OPERATION FEED YOURSELF” TO COUNTER MALNUTRITION
Nov. 9, 2021 …UN, development partners to support transformative national food system pathways As part of other efforts to address malnutrition and related challenges in the country, the Federal Government…
State Environment Ministry says Lagos to experience normal rainfall of 238-261 days in 2021, predicts maximum Annual Rainfall a 1,747 mm
April 15, 2021 The Lagos State Government on Wednesday, informed residents that normal rainfall ranging between 238-261 days will be experienced this year, assuring that adequate measures are already in…