A climate phenomenon originating in the Pacific Ocean is raising concerns about extreme weather across the world, including potential heat-related risks in Nigeria Known as El Niño, it occurs when sea temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific become unusually warm, influencing temperature and rainfall patterns across different continents.
The World Meteorological Organisation has warned of a strong El Niño event extending into early 2027, while Nigeria’s meteorological agency, NiMet, has also reported the onset of the phenomenon Its potential effects raise concerns about public health, agriculture and access to water.
Today on Nigeria Daily, we examine NEMA’s warning, find out whether Nigerians are aware of the risks and how they are coping with the heat, and speak with a medical practitioner about the dangers of extreme temperatures and how to stay safe