The much-anticipated celestial display will kick off at 8:00 PM West Africa Time and is projected to last for about 83 minutes.
During this time, the Moon will gradually turn a deep reddish shade, commonly referred to as a “blood moon,” offering a breathtaking sight to stargazers.
The National Television Authority confirmed that the eclipse will be visible in Nigeria as well as across Ghana, Cameroon, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Benin, Togo, Niger, Chad, and São Tomé and Príncipe.
In some of the westernmost areas, viewers may miss the early penumbral or partial stages since the Moon will rise closer to or during the peak of totality.
Unlike solar eclipses, which require special protective eyewear, this lunar event is completely safe to observe without equipment.
Regions in Nigeria with less light pollution, such as Yobe and Borno, are expected to provide the clearest and most spectacular views.
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Scientists note that a total lunar eclipse takes place when the Sun, Earth, and Moon align perfectly, causing Earth’s shadow to fall on the lunar surface.
The reddish glow occurs as sunlight bends through Earth’s atmosphere before reaching the Moon.
NASA has also confirmed that the phenomenon will be visible not only in Africa but also across parts of Europe, Asia, and Australia.
For millions in Nigeria, tonight’s eclipse presents a rare opportunity to witness one of nature’s most striking spectacles right from their backyard.