Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet)’s Director General Prof. Charles Anosike emphasized NiMet strengthens relationships with key industries during the visit of the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, to its headquarters. Prof. Anosike, who serves as Nigeria’s permanent representative to the World Meteorological Organization, highlighted the agency’s operations and pivotal partnerships.
Prof. Anosike elaborated on how NiMet’s accurate weather forecasts enable seamless operations across sectors, ensuring the Federal Ministry of Agriculture relies on its data to guide planting and harvesting cycles for food security. Similarly, the Ministry of Environment integrates NiMet’s forecasts into climate resilience strategies, while the Ministry of Blue Economy benefits from marine weather predictions. This collaborative approach underscores how NiMet strengthens relationships with key industries, reinforcing its contributions to Nigeria’s socio-economic growth.
In response, Dr. Kana praised NiMet’s professionalism under Prof. Anosike’s leadership, acknowledging its critical role in national development. He emphasized the importance of enhanced partnerships with other ministries and pledged to work with the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, to increase government support for NiMet’s initiatives. Dr. Kana also advocated for stronger inter-agency collaboration to achieve more sustainable outcomes.
During the visit, Prof. Anosike led a tour of NiMet’s facilities, showcasing cutting-edge advancements such as the new digital weather broadcasting studio. This innovation symbolizes NiMet’s readiness to meet evolving demands while maintaining its commitment to excellence.
NiMet’s ability to deliver precise and actionable weather forecasts, alongside its robust partnerships, remains central to its mission. As NiMet strengthens relationships with key industries, its impact on national development and socio-economic resilience continues to grow.
