The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, has received the AfriGEO Weather, Climate and Early Warning Services Award for its outstanding contributions to weather and climate services, early warning and climate resilience through Earth observation.
The award was presented to NiMet Director-General/CEO, Prof. Charles Anosike, by the Director-General of the National Space Research and Development Agency, NASRDA, Prof. Matthew Adepoju, at the 10th AfriGEO Gala Dinner in Abuja.
The presentation was part of activities marking the 10th AfriGEO Symposium, held under the theme, “Earth Observations for a Resilient Africa.”
The symposium brought together policymakers, scientists, development partners, private-sector stakeholders and practitioners from AfriGEO’s 33 African member states to advance the application of Earth observation, geospatial information and environmental intelligence in promoting sustainable development and resilience across Africa.
According to NiMet, the award recognises the Agency’s efforts in using Earth observation and climate information to strengthen early warning systems and build resilience to climate-related hazards.
NiMet remains committed to advancing the use of weather, climate and Earth observation information to strengthen early warning, support evidence-based decision-making and enhance climate resilience across Nigeria.
The commitment was driven by the need to ensure that weather and climate information translated into practical action and better decision-making.
Through continued innovation, strategic partnerships, and the delivery of timely, actionable climate information, the Agency will continue to support the Nigerian Government’s climate-resilience agenda.
The Agency noted that its interventions were also aimed at protecting lives and livelihoods by improving access to reliable weather and climate information.
NiMet said; “the recognition further demonstrated the importance of Earth observation in addressing emerging environmental and climate challenges facing African countries.”
It said the Agency would continue to strengthen partnerships and deploy innovative approaches to ensure that climate information reaches users who need it for planning, preparedness and response.
