NiMet Boosts Weather Forecasting with AI Research Team

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has launched an Artificial Intelligence (AI) research and integration team led by Prof. Charles Anosike in Abuja. The initiative aims to improve weather prediction accuracy and speed through AI-driven approaches, aligning with the government's digital transformation agenda.

The team will focus on identifying opportunities for AI integration in meteorology, supporting aviation safety, agriculture, disaster risk reduction, and national development. This move signifies NiMet's commitment to leveraging digital technologies for world-class meteorological services in Nigeria.