Several countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, and other parts of Africa, are expected to witness a lunar eclipse on Sunday, September 7.

The event will last for about 83 minutes, beginning around 8 p.m. Nigerian time. Scientists note that the eclipse will be visible across much of Africa, with some regions able to observe the entire phenomenon.

Countries expected to experience the eclipse include Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Benin, Togo, Niger, and Chad. However, in some westernmost areas, portions of the early penumbral or partial phases may not be visible as the Moon will rise closer to or during totality.

Experts also highlight that a lunar eclipse is safe to view with the naked eye. A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon align, with the Earth positioned in the middle, casting its shadow on the Moon.