Nigeria and several other countries across Africa will witness a spectacular lunar eclipse this Sunday, September 7.
According to scientists, the celestial event will last for approximately 83 minutes, beginning around 8:00 PM Nigerian time. The eclipse will be visible across most parts of Africa, with some regions experiencing the entire phenomenon.
Countries expected to witness the event include Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Benin, Togo, Niger, Chad, and São Tomé and Príncipe. However, experts note that westernmost areas may miss the early penumbral or partial phases, as the Moon will rise closer to or during totality.
Scientists emphasize that a lunar eclipse is completely safe to view with the naked eye.
A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon align in space, with Earth positioned between the Sun and Moon, casting its shadow across the lunar surface.
This rare astronomical spectacle promises to be a memorable sight for sky watchers across the region.