NiMet to Establish Weather Station at Adamawa State University

By Ada Nkong

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has disclosed plans to establish a functional weather station at the Adamawa State University.

This is in a bid to deepen its partnership with Adamawa State University (ADSU), Mubi, in areas of mutual interest aimed at enhancing early warning systems and climate resilience across Adamawa State.

The commitment was reaffirmed by the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of NiMet, and Permanent Representative of Nigeria with the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), Professor Charles Anosike, during a courtesy visit by the Vice-Chancellor of ADSU, Professor Augustine Clement, on Tuesday, 29th July 2025, at NiMet Headquarters in Abuja.

In his remarks, Professor Anosike emphasized the critical importance of meteorological data in supporting early warning systems and disaster risk reduction, particularly within agrarian communities located near major hydrological structures such as the Kiri Dam. He noted that:
“The geographical positioning of Adamawa State University—within an agrarian corridor and in close proximity to critical hydrological infrastructure—presents a strategic opportunity for collaboration in meteorological observation, climate research, downscaling of seasonal climate prediction and capacity-building initiatives.”

Outside NiMet’s readiness to support the university in establishing a functional weather station, he hinted at facilitating academic exchange programmes, and promoting joint research that contributes to sustainable development and disaster preparedness in the region.

“We will formalize this collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), with clear expectations on station maintenance, data generation, and transmission. It is vital that the university actively engages its surrounding communities to leverage the benefits of this partnership fully,” Professor Anosike added.

In response, Professor Augustine Clement commended NiMet for its pivotal role in national development and reaffirmed ADSU’s commitment to advancing research that promotes environmental sustainability and enhances climate resilience, particularly in flood-prone areas of the state.