The Director General of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Sani Abubakar Mashi, has been reelected as a member of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) Executive Council for another four-year term. The announcement was made at the just concluded 18th session of the World Meteorological Congress held in Geneva, Switzerland.
Prof. Mashi, who has been serving as a member of the WMO Executive Council since 2015, will continue to represent the African region on the council. His reelection is a testament to his outstanding performance in his previous term and his commitment to the development of meteorological services in Nigeria and Africa as a whole.
In his remarks, Prof. Mashi expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to serve once again on the WMO Executive Council. He pledged to continue to work towards the advancement of meteorological services in Africa and globally.
The WMO is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for facilitating international cooperation in the areas of weather, climate, and water. The organization aims to enhance the safety and wellbeing of people by providing timely and accurate weather and climate information, as well as promoting sustainable development.
Prof. Mashi’s reelection is a significant achievement not only for him but also for Nigeria and Africa as a whole. It demonstrates the country’s commitment to the development of meteorological services and advancement of climate science.
As NiMet continues to play a pivotal role in providing weather and climate information to the country, this achievement is sure to inspire confidence and support for the agency both locally and internationally.
