The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) yesterday predicted normal rainfall in Nigeria during the year except in Sokoto, Kebbi, Niger and Kwara states, which might experience excessive rainfall.
The Director-General of NIMET, Dr Anthony Anuforom, made the information known at the public presentation of the 2013 Seasonal Rainfall Prediction (SRP) and Nigeria Climate Review Bulletin in Abuja.
He said the rainfall pattern in most parts of Nigeria was likely to be similar to that of 2012.
“However, some areas in the North-western parts of the country, which also fall within the catchment area of River Niger, will experience rainfall that may exceed that of 2012.
“The predicted rainfall for the Northwest areas of Sokoto , Kebbi, Niger, Kwara and environs is likely to be above normal in comparison to 2012,’’ he said.
(NAN)
