NiMet Advocates AI in Weather Services for Food Security

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) is advocating for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in weather services to improve food security. This initiative was announced by Professor Charl Anosike, the Director General of NiMet, during a high-level event at the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.

The event gathered global leaders and meteorological experts to explore AI's potential in enhancing weather forecasts and climate services for agriculture. Professor Anosike stressed that the effectiveness of AI-driven weather forecasts relies on the availability of high-quality observational data.

NiMet has established an AI research team, inaugurated in January 2026, to identify, evaluate, and deploy AI machine learning technologies. The agency is also developing a framework for AI operations, which includes standard operating procedures and use cases to support technology adoption.

NiMet is committed to leveraging AI and modern geospatial technology to strengthen meteorological operations and improve early warning initiatives across Africa, ensuring vulnerable farming communities receive timely and accurate weather and climate information.