The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, and Adamawa State University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen climate research and enhance the delivery of timely weather warnings.
The agreement focuses on improving real-time weather alerts and seasonal forecasts tailored to farmers and communities in Adamawa State.
It also supports specialised training programs for students and practitioners, as well as joint publications on region-specific climate challenges.
NiMet’s Director-General, Prof. Charles Anosike, stressed the importance of academic collaboration for effective early-warning dissemination.
He noted that “the partnership aligns with the UN’s “Early Warning for All 2027” initiative, which seeks to improve food security, protect lives and property, and build resilience to extreme weather events.”
Key areas include climate data analysis, drought and flood monitoring, and integrating climate science into community disaster preparedness.
The Adamawa State University Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Augustine Clement, pledged active participation through educational workshops, research internships, and outreach programs that translate scientific findings into practical guidance for the public and policymakers.
The collaboration highlights the crucial role of academia–agency partnerships in helping Nigeria anticipate, respond to, and mitigate the impacts of climate change.
Olusola Akintonde