Nigeria, along with several other countries across the globe, will experience a lunar eclipse on Sunday, September 7.

According to reports by NTA, the celestial event will last approximately 83 minutes, beginning around 8 PM Nigerian time.

Scientists say the eclipse will be visible across most parts of Africa, with nations such as Ghana, Cameroon, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Benin, Togo, Niger, and Chad also set to catch a glimpse of the phenomenon.

However, the westernmost regions may miss parts of the early penumbral or partial phases as the Moon will rise closer to, or during, totality.

Experts assure that unlike solar eclipses, a lunar eclipse is completely safe to view with the naked eye.

A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon align perfectly in space, with the Earth positioned in the middle, casting its shadow on the Moon.

Stargazers across Nigeria are eagerly anticipating the rare sight, which promises to light up the night sky.