The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has disclosed that twelve states of the federation, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, may experience severe heat waves in the coming days.
NiMet, in a weather outlook released on Monday identified Kebbi, Niger, Kwara, Oyo, Kogi, Nasarawa, Benue, Enugu, Anambra, Abia, Ebonyi, and Cross River as the states to be most affected by the expected heat waves in the next three to four days.
NIMET also added that Taraba, Adamawa, Plateau, Kaduna, Zamfara, and Sokoto States would be vulnerable during the period.
The government agency further disclosed that the heat waves may cause thermal discomfort across several regions in Nigeria.
The agency therefore warned residents to be wary of potential health risks, fatigue and irritability, reduced focus and motor skills, and lower productivity.
As preventive measures during the period, the agency advised Nigerians to stay in well-ventilated areas, wear breathable clothing, drink plenty of water, avoid peak sun hours between 12pm to 3pm, and use sun protection.