Full List: Tension as Fresh Thunderstorms, Heavy Rain to Hit 19 States

In Nigeria, severe thunderstorms have been forecasted, raising concerns among residents, particularly after heavy rainfall recently forced many individuals out of their homes in Lagos and other regions.

As fresh anxieties arise about another impending downpour and the possibility of significant flooding, authorities are urging citizens to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. Click link to continue reading.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), the official government body tasked with delivering vital meteorological information and forecasts, has released an advisement for Thursday, September 25.

The agency warns of thunderstorms and rainfall that may affect various parts of the country, underscoring the need for preparedness among the population.

NiMet plays a crucial role in supporting socio-economic activities through its weather data and forecasts while also advising on climate policy to safeguard lives and property in the face of challenging weather conditions.

NiMet forecasts rains, thunderstorms

In its outlook released on Wednesday, September 24, obtained by Legit.ng, the agency predicted isolated thunderstorms with light rains over parts of Taraba, Zamfara, Kaduna, Kano, Bauchi, Gombe, and Adamawa states on Thursday morning, September 21

For the afternoon and evening weather, it projected isolated thunderstorms with moderate rains over parts of Jigawa, Borno, Yobe, Kaduna, Kano, Bauchi, Adamawa, and Taraba states. ‎

For the central Nigerian states, NiMet forecast cloudy atmosphere with intervals of sunshine.

It said: “Chances of isolated thunderstorms with light rains over parts of Niger, Kwara, the federal capital territory (FCT), and Nasarawa states.”

It added that isolated thunderstorms with moderate rains are anticipated over parts of Benue, Plateau, Niger, Kwara, and Kogi states may be experienced in the evening.

‎In the south, “cloudy skies with prospects of light rains over parts of Cross River state” are projected on Thursday morning, September 25.

Isolated thunderstorms with moderate rains are expected over most parts of the southern region in the afternoon and evening. ‎‎

NiMet stated that the predicted thunderstorms may cause temporary disruption of outdoor activities, advising motorists to drive cautiously during rainfall due to reduced visibility and slippery roads.

It also counselled residents in flood-prone areas to take precautionary measures.

The states that may experience isolated thunderstorms and rains are listed below:

1. Taraba
2. Zamfara
3. Kaduna
4. Kano
5. Bauchi
6. Gombe
7. Adamawa
8. Jigawa
9. Borno
10. Yobe
11. Niger
12. Kwara
13. Nasarawa
14. Kogi
15. Benue
16. Plateau
17. Cross River
18. FCT, Abuja