Kwara Residents Cautioned to Stay Safe Amid Predicted Thunderstorms and Lightning
The Kwara State Government has warned residents, particularly farmers, to avoid open fields during thunderstorms and lightning following weather predictions from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet).
The advisory, issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, follows NiMet's forecast of frequent thunderstorms across the state from Tuesday to Thursday, especially during afternoon and evening hours.
The ministry further advised residents to disconnect electrical appliances when not in use during storm periods. The statement was signed by its Press Secretary, Ashaolu Omotola.
"Farmers are advised to take necessary precautions, as strong winds may precede the rains. Activities in open fields should be limited during periods of lightning, and electrical appliances should be disconnected when not in use. Caution is also advised around trees and unstable structures during heavy downpours," it said.
The ministry also reminded farmers that, "according to NiMet's earlier seasonal climate prediction, Kwara is now entering its official planting season, which typically begins in the first or second week of May. With current rainfall patterns aligning with these projections, this is a favourable window for the commencement of planting activities.
"To ensure a productive season, farmers are encouraged to adopt climate-smart practices such as timely land preparation, use of improved seed varieties, appropriate spacing, and efficient water management. These steps will help reduce risks associated with unpredictable weather and improve yields.
"The Ministry remains committed to supporting farmers with timely advisories and on-field extension services."
Cloud Tag: What's trending
Click on a word/phrase to read more about it.
Ajidagba LAK Jimoh Yusuf Aiyedun Baakini Imam Gambari Abdulfatai Ahmed Bello John Olanrewaju Kassim Babamale Haruna Tambiri Mohammed Nigerian Correctional Service Abdulrasaq Alaro Kwara Hotel Lukman Adeloyin NULGE Timothy Akangbe 2023 Elections Amusa Bello Abdulwahab Olarewaju Issa Yashikira Sarafadeen Kayode Akorede Aisha Ahman Pategi Chartered Institute Of Personnel Management Of Nigeria Adisa Logun Michael Ologundea Ibrahim Taiwo Taofeek Ibraheem Abdulmumini Jawondo Dauda Adeniran Adeshola Yemi Sanni Afonja Descendants Union Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Salaudeen Oyewale George Funsho Adebayo John Olobayo Wahab Kunle Shittu Muhammad Akande Olarewaju Odunade Sunday Popo-Ola Aliyu Muhammed Curfew Funmilayo Braithwaite SAPZ Project Kayode Ishola Ishola Balogun Fulani Abikan Adama Isa Mohammed Jimoh Faworaja Tsaragi-Share College Of Health Bankole Omisore Kayode Laro March 18 AbdulRahman Saad Laolu Saraki Solomon Edoja Isiaka Yusuf Kwara Polytechnic TIC Michael Nzwekwe Shettima Of Ilorin Muslim Cementary Nigeria Computer Society Computer Based Test Ahmad Olayiwola Kamaldeen Kola Olota Shade Omoniyi Amuda Bembe Toyin Sanusi Alimi Mufti Of Ilorin Adamu Jemilat-Baki Sheriff Olanrewaju Bluenile Associates Lukman Oyebanji Fagbemi Mustapha AbdulGaniyu Jide Ashonibare James Ayeni Galadiman Ngeri

