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Prepare for unusual cold weather —NIMET tells Nigerians
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has urged Nigerians to brace up for increased coldness and reduced sunlight as the country experiences a normal atmospheric process leading to the annual “August Break.”
Mr. Wasiu Adeniyi Ibrahim, Deputy General Manager of Public Weather Services at NiMet’s Central Forecast Office, gave this advice during an interview with Radio Nigeria in Lagos.
Describing the current weather as “strange but normal,” Mr. Ibrahim explained that the period before the August Break is typically marked by heightened cloudiness, little or no rainfall, and lower temperatures due to limited sunlight.
This leads to a noticeable drop in temperatures, especially at night.
Mr. Ibrahim emphasized the need for Nigerians, particularly vulnerable groups like the elderly and children, to be “climate smart” by taking necessary precautions to avoid cold-related illnesses such as flu and cough.
“All we need to do now is to be weather aware and climate smart. Health-wise, there will be cold flu and cough because of the ambient temperature,” he said. “We need to take precautions to ensure this does not affect us, especially the elderly and children. Eating warm food and wearing warm clothing, particularly at night, will help.”
Mr. Ibrahim also advised the public to stay updated on weather conditions by following NiMet’s social media platforms for timely information and guidance.
His remarks came in response to a viral social media alert warning of a prolonged cold spell throughout July.
Confirming the alert, he noted that the current cold and cloudy conditions could persist in line with the approaching August Break, also known as the little dry season.
“I have seen the text circulating in the media about serious cold lasting until August. Those persons are well informed because the August Break is characterized by increased cloudiness, little or no rainfall, and more coldness,” Mr. Ibrahim stated.
He assured Nigerians that while the current weather is unusual for many, it is a normal seasonal pattern, and urged everyone to take simple steps to stay healthy and comfortable during this period.
Gunmen on Thursday night ambushed and beheaded a 30-year-old man, Elisha Abbas Saku, at Riwhie-Chwo in Nzharuvo, Miango District of Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The incident occurred around 10 pm when the gunmen stormed the community, throwing residents into panic and confusion.
A statement issued on Friday by the Irigwe Youth Movement described the killing as a brutal ambush.
The group’s National Publicity Secretary, Joseph Yonkpa, who signed the statement, prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul while calling for divine comfort for the entire Irigwe Nation.
“Yesterday night, 16th April 2026, gunmen ambushed and beheaded Mr. Elisha Abbas Saku, 30 years old, at Riwhie-Chwo, Nzharuvo, Miango District of Bassa LGA, Plateau State,” the report stated. “May his soul rest in peace, and may God comfort the entire Irigwe Nation.”
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the release of results for 632,788 candidates who participated in the first day of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), held on Thursday.
This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Board’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, on Friday.
According to the Board, candidates can now access their results by sending “UTMERESULT” via SMS to either 55019 or 66019, using the same phone number registered during the examination process.
At this stage, only result viewing is available, as printing of result slips has not yet been enabled.
JAMB emphasised that the UTME exercise is still ongoing, adding that additional batches of results will be released progressively as marking and processing continue.
The Board also issued a stern warning against any attempts to manipulate or falsify results.
It cautioned candidates against altering SMS messages received from its official platforms to misrepresent their scores to others, including parents and guardians.
JAMB Releases Results of 632,788 Candidates from Day One of the 2026 UTME
The results of candidates who sat the 2026 UTME on Thursday, 16 April 2026, have been released and are now available for viewing.
To check their results, candidates should send UTMERESULT via SMS to 55019…
— Fabian Benjamin (@FabianB58246501) April 17, 2026
Describing such actions as a serious criminal offence, JAMB disclosed that it has already taken action against offenders. “Two candidates and one parent are currently in custody for engaging in result falsification using AI and other electronic means,” the statement revealed.
The Board reiterated that anyone found guilty of such misconduct would face the full weight of the law.
JAMB urged candidates to adhere strictly to official channels and maintain integrity throughout the examination process, as it continues efforts to ensure a credible and transparent admissions system in Nigeria.
The Arewa APC Forum, Kano State chapter, has announced the withdrawal of its support for the second-term bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, citing concerns over governance and leadership direction.
In a statement dated April 17, 2026, the forum said its decision followed “extensive consultations and careful reflection” on the state of affairs at the federal level.
The group stated that it could no longer, “in good conscience,” continue to support the current administration, which it criticised over alleged issues including nepotism, incompetence, and corruption.
“We believe that leadership must inspire confidence, uphold fairness, and demonstrate a sincere commitment to national unity, institutional integrity, and responsible governance,” the statement read.
It added that where such values are persistently undermined, “silence becomes complicity.”
The forum further declared that its confidence in the current political direction has been withdrawn, urging its members to align with this position in future political engagements.
The statement was signed by Sallah Hakilu Kibiya, chairman of the forum in Kano State.
The development signals potential cracks within support structures linked to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), particularly in the northern region, as political alignments begin to shift ahead of the next electoral cycle.
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