Netanyahu asks Israeli president for pardon from corruption charges
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked President Isaac Herzog to grant him pardon from corruption charges that have devolved into a long-running trial.
Netanyahu faces corruption charges including bribery, fraud, and breach of trust
The charges relate to multiple cases, including accusations that Netanyahu accepted gifts like cigars and champagne from wealthy figures in exchange for political favours.
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🌦️ DAILY WEATHER OUTLOOK
Valid for: Friday, 17th October 2025 (00:00 – 23:59)
📍 Issued on: Thursday, 16th October 2025 by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet)
🌍 Northern States
⛅ Morning:
Sunny skies are expected across the northern region.
⛈️ Afternoon/Evening:
Isolated thunderstorms with light rains are anticipated over parts of Taraba, Southern Kaduna, and Adamawa States.
🌄 Central States
⛅ Morning:
Sunny skies with patches of clouds are expected with prospects of isolated thunderstorms accompanied by light rains over parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Kogi, Kwara, and Nasarawa States.
⛈️ Afternoon/Evening:
Isolated thunderstorms with moderate rains are anticipated over most parts of the region.
🌴 Southern States
🌧️ Morning:
Cloudy atmosphere with prospects of morning thunderstorms accompanied by light rains over parts of Imo, Bayelsa, Delta, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom States.
⛈️ Afternoon/Evening:
Thunderstorms with moderate rains are anticipated over most parts of the southern region.
🔔 Advisory:
- Thunderstorms may cause temporary disruption of outdoor activities.
- Motorists are advised to drive cautiously during rainfall due to reduced visibility and slippery roads.
- Residents in flood-prone areas are strongly advised to take precautionary measures.
- Local authorities, emergency services, and relevant stakeholders should remain on alert.
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