Maryam Aminu
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has announced a strategic partnership with CARE Nigeria, a branch of CARE USA, aimed at expanding the reach of critical weather and climate data to end users, particularly farmers and vulnerable communities.
Speaking in Abuja during a meeting with CARE Nigeria’s Country Director, Dr. Hussaini Abdu, the Director General of NiMet, Prof. Charles Anosike, emphasized the importance of timely weather information in disaster preparedness. He noted that partnerships with state governments and humanitarian organizations like CARE Nigeria are essential in ensuring that climate data reaches those who need it most.
“As climate change continues to drive humanitarian crises and displace communities, integrating weather information into development strategies is crucial,” Prof. Anosike stated.
He stressed that climate-informed decision-making is vital in addressing poverty, forced displacement, and human trafficking, which are often exacerbated by extreme weather events.
In response, Dr. Abdu highlighted CARE Nigeria’s commitment to crisis response and development programs, particularly in the Northeast, where climate change has intensified humanitarian challenges. “NiMet plays a critical role in supporting smallholder farmers and promoting climate-smart agriculture. This partnership will help elevate climate-related discussions and advocate for more sustainable public policies,” he said.
Both organizations have agreed to formalize their collaboration through a memorandum of understanding (MoU), marking a significant step toward strengthening climate resilience in Nigeria.
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