NiMet
Iyunade Grace
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted a mix of dust haze and thunderstorms across Nigeria from February 23 to February 25, 2026. According to NiMet, moderate dust haze is expected over the northern region, with horizontal visibility ranging from 2km to 5km, while the southern region will experience cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine and chances of morning thunderstorms.
In the northern region, states like Borno and Yobe are likely to experience moderate dust haze, with visibility reduced to 2-5km. The central region will also experience slight dust haze, while the southern region will see cloudy skies with intervals of sunshine.
NiMet has advised residents, especially those with asthmatic conditions and other respiratory issues, to take necessary precautions as dust particles are suspended in the air. Motorists are also urged to drive with caution, and airline operators are advised to obtain airport-specific weather reports from NiMet for effective planning.
The forecast indicates that the northern region will experience thick dust haze on Wednesday, while the southern region will see thunderstorms with light rains over parts of Lagos, Oyo, Ondo, Ogun, Edo, Bayelsa, Cross River, Rivers, Delta, and Akwa Ibom .
In the central region, moderate dust haze is anticipated over parts of the Federal Capital Territory and Niger states, with horizontal visibility of 2-5km. The rest of the states in the region will experience sunny and hazy skies.
NiMet has urged residents to stay updated on weather conditions and visit their website, (link unavailable), for more information.
The agency’s forecast highlights the potential health and safety implications of the prevailing weather conditions, including reduced visibility and respiratory issues.
