The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather forecast predicting widespread dust haze across the country from Friday to Sunday. In an outlook released on Thursday, NiMet warned that moderate dust haze will affect northern regions on Friday, with visibility expected to range between 2km and 5km. Localized visibility may drop below 1,000 meters in some areas.
The North-central states are likely to experience slight dust haze, while the southern regions will see moderate dust haze with similar visibility conditions (2km to 5km) throughout the day.
On Saturday, NiMet predicts the dust haze will intensify in the north, with visibility remaining between 2km and 5km, and localized conditions dipping below 1,000 meters. In contrast, the southern part of the country will experience only slight dust haze.
For Sunday, moderate dust haze is expected to persist in both the northern and North-central regions, with visibility levels between 2km and 5km. The southern regions will continue to see slight dust haze.
NiMet has urged the public to take necessary precautions, especially those with respiratory conditions such as asthma, as the airborne dust particles could pose health risks.
Residents are advised to stay informed through NiMet’s updates and to adhere to safety guidelines provided by local authorities. Airline operators are also encouraged to consult airport-specific weather information for planning operations. For more details, the public can visit NiMet’s official website at www.nimet.gov.ng.
