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Sunny to Cloudy: Monday-Wednesday Weather Forecast - NiMet

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Weather Forecast for the Next Few Days in Nigeria The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has released a detailed weather forecast for the upcoming days, highlighting varying conditions across different regions of the country. The forecast spans from Monday to Wednesday and includes predictions of sunshine, haze, and isolated thunderstorms. Northern Region Conditions According to NiMet's outlook, the entire northern region is expected to experience sunny skies on Monday. However, this trend will continue into Tuesday, with dust haze anticipated over several states including Kebbi, Zamfara, Sokoto, Katsina, Kano, Jigawa, Borno, and Yobe. On Wednesday, the northern region is again predicted to have a sunny and hazy atmosphere throughout the day. Central Region Outlook The central region is expected to see sunny skies with patches of clouds throughout the forecast period. This pattern remains consistent from Monday through Wednesday, with no significant changes reported in the...

Startup launches data-powered tech to transform sports forecasting

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A New Era in Sports Predictions A groundbreaking technology is emerging, aiming to bring empirical precision to sports predictions. According to the founder of City Rebels Predictions (CRSPredictions), Osifeso Olamiji, this innovation seeks to transform sports forecasting from guesswork into a science-driven process powered by data, logic, and analytics. In a statement, Olamiji emphasized that the goal is to help fans understand the science behind sports outcomes rather than relying on luck. “I wanted to build something that changes how people think about sports. Behind every match lies data — patterns, probability, and logic. That’s what CRSPredictions helps people see,” he said. Unlike conventional prediction platforms, CRSPredictions focuses on responsible engagement, positioning itself as an educational and analytical tool rather than a gambling hub. This distinction has earned the platform credibility among young stakeholders seeking more than mere speculation. Educational and...

Hong Kong Observatory Boosts AI for Extreme Weather Forecasting

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Hong Kong’s Meteorological Authority Explores AI for Extreme Weather Prediction The Hong Kong Observatory is exploring the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its ability to forecast extreme weather events, according to a meteorologist. This initiative comes after AI models successfully predicted a heavy rain event that occurred on Tuesday, with forecasts issued as far as a month in advance. He Yuheng, acting senior scientific officer at the Observatory, revealed that AI models had accurately anticipated the movement of a westward rainband that affected the Guangdong coast just days before it struck. The AI system also provided early warnings about the rainfall distribution, even though the predictions may not be 100% precise. He emphasized that these tools could still offer valuable insights to help the Observatory make more timely and informed decisions. This development follows a record-breaking rainfall event in Hong Kong. On Tuesday, the city recorded 358.8 mil...