Nigeria is set to host global leaders in weather, water, and climate services as the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) prepares to stage the Alliance for Hydromet Development Annual Meeting 2026.
The event, scheduled to hold from October 13 to 15 in Lagos, South-West Nigeria, will be hosted at the invitation of the Secretary-General of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO).
Speaking ahead of the event, the Director-General of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency and Nigeria’s Permanent Representative with the World Meteorological Organisation, Charles Anosike, said the country was honoured to host the landmark gathering under the leadership of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, who will serve as the Chief Host.
“The meeting presents an opportunity for Nigeria to demonstrate the critical role of weather, water and climate services in reducing risks to national, regional and global socio-economic activities while fostering stronger international partnerships for sustainable development,” he said.
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He said the three-day gathering will provide a platform for high-level discussions on hydrometeorological investments and the future of weather, water, and climate services.
According to him, the meeting, “Convened under the theme ‘Partnerships, Innovation and Sustainable Investment in Weather, Water and Climate Services, marks the first time the Alliance’s Annual Meeting will be hosted on African soil.
“It offers a platform to showcase African leadership while addressing global priorities for strengthening hydrometeorological services, the systems that underpin disaster risk reduction, food and nutrition security, water resources management, sustainable aviation, efficient energy resources, public health, community resilience and climate adaptation,” he said.
Anosike explained that, as the host nation, Nigeria, through NiMet, will present its experience in strengthening national meteorological and hydrological services and coordinating investments that support the Alliance’s broader objectives.
The country will also demonstrate how strategic investments in hydrometeorology can complement government funding while improving the delivery of essential weather and climate services.
Anosike said the meeting is structured around five strategic pillars: strengthening partnerships and Alliance coordination; mobilising sustainable investment; promoting innovation and public-private engagement; delivering value through user-centred services; and building sustainable hydrometeorological services.
These focus areas are expected to deepen collaboration among stakeholders, attract investment, encourage innovation, and enhance the long-term sustainability of hydrometeorological services globally.
NiMet said further information on the meeting and related activities will be released through its official communication channels in the coming weeks.
