Nigeria among countries to witness total eclipse of moon Sunday night<\/p>\n
Residents of Nigeria and several other West African countries will witness a rare celestial spectacle on Sunday, September 7, as a total lunar eclipse lights up the night sky from 8:00 PM West Africa Time.<\/p>\n
The eclipse, expected to last around 83 minutes, will turn the Moon into a striking reddish hue, offering a breathtaking sight for stargazers across the region.<\/p>\n
According to the National Television Authority (NTA), scientists confirmed that the event will be visible across most of Africa.<\/p>\n
\u201cCountries including Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Benin, Togo, Niger, Chad, and S\u00e3o Tom\u00e9 and Pr\u00edncipe will experience the eclipse, though the westernmost areas may miss parts of the early penumbral or partial phases due to the Moon rising closer to or during totality,\u201d the network reported on Sunday.<\/p>\n
While some western locations may miss the earliest stages, most of Nigeria will enjoy the full display, with experts assuring the public that it is both safe and awe-inspiring to watch with the naked eye.<\/p>\n
A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon align, causing Earth\u2019s shadow to cover the Moon.<\/p>\n
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) notes that eclipses can be total, partial, or penumbral. The agency predicted that Sunday\u2019s total eclipse will be visible across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia.<\/p>\n
The Moon\u2019s reddish glow, often called a \u201cblood moon,\u201d is the result of sunlight bending through Earth\u2019s atmosphere.<\/p>\n
Unlike solar eclipses, which require protective eyewear, this lunar eclipse poses no risk to human eyes.
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