…the aircraft and a nearby air traffic control tower before the crash, as well as whether weather conditions in the area may have played a role. "We know that they had contact with the tower prior to the crash, and investigators are looking into that today to find out what that communication was," Sauk County Sheriff Ch…

…adopt improved planting materials and farming practices capable of withstanding changing weather conditions while increasing yields. She noted that ageing trees, unmanaged pests and diseases, high input costs, inadequate access to loans and international price volatility were also affecting cocoa and coffee production…

…through the Savannah for days. We slept on the bare ground and rocks exposed to the weather, with little food and no idea what would happen to us next. We were later moved to a mountain, where we remained under the control of our captors. THE NIGHTMARE BEGAN On Friday, 2nd October, negotiations for our release began at…

…examine the aircraft’s airworthiness, maintenance records, operational procedures, weather conditions and any other factors that might have contributed to the crash. “If the investigation identifies negligence, misconduct or safety violations, those responsible must face appropriate legal and professional consequences,…

A retired Deputy Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dr. Kayode Olagunju, has mourned one of the victims of Monday's ill-fated Nigerian Air Force (NAF) plane that crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, Flight Lieutenant M. Akintoye. Olagunju shared photos from Akintoye's wedding in August 2025. "You had gr…

…cautious about committing capital to a sector whose fortunes are heavily dependent on weather conditions. Climate change is also aggravating desertification in northern Nigeria, while the spread of pests and crop diseases continue to threaten large hectares of farmland. Meanwhile, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, Ni…

…according to the Nigeria Air Force. – 2021 – A Beechcraft King Air crashed in bad weather in May while trying to land at northern Kaduna state airport. All 11 people on board, including Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru, then commander of the country’s army, died in the crash. AFP

…time of the accident and that the road pavement was wet. “The crash occurred while the weather was raining, with the road pavement wet. The road itself was paved. Preliminary investigation identified speed violation (SPV) as the probable cause of the crash.” He noted that rescue operatives arrived at the scene at 4:58…

…affecting parts of Catalonia on Saturday, October 3, with authorities issuing a red weather alert and urging residents to remain indoors as exceptionally heavy rain battered areas around Barcelona. By Sunday, October 4, two people had died and another was missing, according to Catalan authorities. Catalan President Sal…

…Wicknell Chivayo repeatedly radioed that he was lost in cloud cover during deteriorating weatherAll communication with the stricken aircraft cut off suddenly, and the aide also moved to correct the reported death toll from the crashPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! A security aide att…

…that rainfall would end before September, urging residents to pay attention to its daily weather forecasts. “We are still within the rainy season. We give daily weather forecasts; we are in September, and if you check our seasonal forecast. We didn’t say the rain is going to stop before September. So we are at the peak…

…35 years. Police work is an onerous task. It’s full of anxiety and stress. “For you to weather the storm, to put in your best to serve your country diligently, with fame, you cannot just go home like that. We have to bring you back to show appreciation to you, to honour you. “It is also a lesson to those of us who are…

Tokyo has logged 34 straight days of rain, marking the longest streak on record, Japan’s weather agency said on Tuesday. Climate change fuelled by fossil fuel emissions increases moisture in the atmosphere, making heavy rain more likely. The weather globally is also being shaped this year by the El Nino phenomenon, whi…

…ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Traditional weather rituals at the Olojo FestivalThe Olojo Festival is one of the most significant traditional celebrations in Yorubaland, marking the creation of the first day on earth. The festival is closely tied to the Ooni of Ife, who pla…

…forecast of rain and thunderstorms across several parts of the country. In its latest weather bulletin covering September 26 to 28, NiMet forecast thunderstorms and rainfall in several locations, including Bauchi, Gombe, Abuja, Kaduna, Jos, Makurdi, Lagos, Port Harcourt, Uyo, Owerri, Enugu, Akure and Abeokuta, among ot…

…14, 2026, warning that active storms were already over eight northern statesThe weather system is expected to move westward and reach 26 states and the FCT within one to six hours of the alertNiMet warned of flash flooding, power disruptions, slippery roads, and risks to farmlands as the storms spread across NigeriaPAY…

NiMet released its three-day weather outlook covering Monday to Wednesday for regions across NigeriaThe agency warned the public about strong winds likely to precede thunderstorms in several statesTemperatures are expected to stay high across the country, with NiMet urging Nigerians to stay hydratedPAY ATTENTION: Mark…

' The world is in extreme weather danger zone', UN Chief says United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that a "supersized" El Niño climate phenomenon is pushing the planet into an extreme weather "danger zone," with scientists expecting the event to reach very strong intensity in the coming months.A…

…clear of debris.The Commissioner said the state government would continue tracking weather forecasts and water levels in collaboration with NiMet, the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency, the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority and other relevant bodies. He urged residents to take the advisory seriously and fo…

…than relying solely on conventional lending models, agritech ventures increasingly use weather information, soil intelligence, mobile platforms, and digital records to reduce uncertainty around farming activities. The goal is simple: make agriculture more visible, measurable and bankable. This transition reflects a lar…

…for ordinary residents.Rather than framing the period as a crisis his administration weathered, Obi's comment appeared to suggest that the survival of residents through the strike called into question how indispensable the state's public doctors had been in the first place.The remark has drawn attention online, with ma…

…required rescue due to altitude sickness or sudden, severe changes in mountain weather conditions. In response to safety concerns, authorities have introduced strict measures in recent years, including daily climber caps and mandatory safety instruction briefings. by Linda Ikeji at 23/08/2026 11:29 PM | Share this Stor…

…requires the courage to defend difficult, foundational reforms even when the political weather is rough, rather than pandering to populist illusions for ballot-box validation. “Atiku’s hypocrisy is an insult to the collective intelligence of a resilient populace navigating global economic headwinds. By the Grace of God…

…requires the courage to defend difficult, foundational reforms even when the political weather is rough, rather than pandering to populist illusions for ballot-box validation. “Atiku’s hypocrisy is an insult to the collective intelligence of a resilient populace navigating global economic headwinds. “By the Grace of Go…

…who asked not to be named, said residents faced different challenges depending on the weather. “When rain falls, people will run away from this road. Now it is dust that is their problem, and they have catarrh because of the road, and when rain falls, it is bad,” he said. He added that transport fares often increased d…