PT Health Watch: What to do as extreme heat hits Nigeria
Nigerian health authorities have issued warnings regarding extreme heat as the country transitions into its dry season. Experts warn of significant health risks, including heatstroke and dehydration, particularly for vulnerable populations.
Why it matters
Rising global temperatures pose a severe public health threat, with projections suggesting thousands of heat-related deaths in Nigeria over the coming months.
As temperatures rise across parts of Nigeria, health authorities are warning residents to take precautions against the effects of extreme heat.
The warning comes as the country moves from the rainy season into the hotter, drier months, when prolonged exposure to high temperatures can increase the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
A recent report by the Climate Impact Lab estimated that Nigeria could record 31,400 additional heat-related deaths between September 2026 and February 2027.
The report, titled “451,000 at Risk: Where Action Can Save Lives During the Super El Niño,” estimated 451,000 additional heat-related deaths globally during the period.
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), in a 23 October advisory, also warned of hotter days and increased heat discomfort as the country enters the dry season.
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