Prof. Charles Anosike is a distinguished meteorologist, climate scientist, and strategic leader in weather and environmental services, currently serving as the Director General of the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMET). With a career dedicated to climate resilience, atmospheric research, and disaster risk management, he has been instrumental in enhancing Nigeria’s meteorological capabilities, early warning systems, and climate adaptation strategies. Under his leadership, NiMET has advanced data-driven forecasting, aviation safety, and agricultural meteorology, ensuring weather intelligence supports economic growth and disaster preparedness across sectors.

A champion of climate-smart solutions and technological innovation, Prof. Anosike has driven capacity-building programs, international collaborations, and policy reforms to strengthen Nigeria’s response to climate change and extreme weather events. His efforts in modernizing weather infrastructure, promoting sustainability, and integrating meteorological insights into national development planning have solidified NiMET’s reputation as a leading institution in Africa’s climate and environmental space.