AIM for Scale Partners with Nigerian Meteorological Agency to Deliver AI-Powered Weather Forecasts to Farmers Across Nigeria

Abuja, Nigeria — April 14, 2026 — The Agricultural Innovation Mechanism for Scale (AIM for Scale) and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen the delivery of climate and weather information to farmers across Nigeria.

The partnership will focus on integrating AI-based weather forecasting and enhancing digital advisory systems – translating timely, accurate climate information into practical guidance that helps farmers make better decisions and reduce their exposure to climate-related risks.

Through this collaboration, NiMet and AIM for Scale–an initiative supported by the International Affairs Office at the UAE Presidential Court and the Gates Foundation–will leverage AI-driven forecasting to weather insights tailored to farmers’ needs. By translating these forecasts into actionable guidance, the partnership will support farmers in optimizing planting decisions, managing inputs more effectively, and mitigating the impacts of extreme weather, ultimately improving productivity and livelihoods.

NiMet plays a central role in Nigeria’s agricultural and climate information systems, providing early warning advisories, seasonal climate predictions, and digital climate services. This partnership builds on that foundation by integrating AI into forecasting systems, strengthening institutional capacity, and enhancing how information is communicated—expanding the reach and effectiveness of advisory services so more farmers receive timely, relevant information to support decision-making.

Nigeria was among the first cohort of countries to participate in the AI Weather Forecasting Training Program launched by AIM for Scale, Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), and the University of Chicago in Abu Dhabi in September 2025. The program is designed to give countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America the tools and autonomy to generate and deliver forecasts locally, ensuring these innovations reach farmers where they are most needed.

AIM for Scale is also partnering with the African Centre of Meteorological Applications for Development (ACMAD) to bring both in-country expertise to collaborations with NiMet and other meteorological services in the region. Together, they will support the integration of AI-based forecasting into national systems and build the capacity needed to sustain it over time.
The MoU also establishes a framework for joint activities, including technical collaboration, capacity building, coordinated outreach, and resource mobilization to support long-term implementation.

Prof. Charles Anosike, Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of NiMet, emphasized the importance of the partnership in advancing Nigeria’s weather and climate services to the benefit of farmers:
“Providing accurate and timely weather and climate information is essential for national development, food security, and disaster risk management. This collaboration with AIM for Scale will strengthen our ability to deliver actionable climate services to farmers and other stakeholders, while advancing innovation in forecasting through the integration of AI and data-driven tools.”

Paul Winters, Executive Director of AIM for Scale and Professor at University of Notre Dame’s Keough School of Global Affairs, highlighted the opportunity to translate innovation into large-scale impact:
“Farmers rely on weather to make some of their most important decisions. By working with NiMet to integrate AI-based forecasting into existing advisory channels, we can ensure that accurate, timely, and actionable information reaches millions of farmers. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to ensuring that evidence-backed solutions reach farmers in ways that meaningfully improve their livelihoods.”