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A month after Yemen government offensive began, war of attrition takes hold

The Houthis suffer losses but also inflict pain on government forces and Saudi Arabia.

World leaders hope for reset after US midterms

World leaders voiced hopes for a reset with the United States on Wednesday after voters delivered a huge midterm election defeat to President Donald Trump and his Republican party. “I hope that the new Congress… will continue supporting Ukraine and also putting more pressure on Russia,” she said, adding that Europe and the United States “are much stronger together” in pushing Moscow to end its war.

Kpebu says ORAL did not agree on $21.19bn state asset recovery estimate

A former member of the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) Committee, Martin Kpebu, has disputed claims by Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa that the government could recover up to $21.19 billion from stolen state assets. Mr Kpebu said the figure cited by Mr Ablakwa was his personal assessment and did not represent an amount collectively established or agreed upon by members of the ORAL Committee, which Mr Ablakwa chaired.

Ghana adds 500,000 to 700,000 people to its population annually – Statistician

Ghana’s population is increasing by an estimated 500,000 to 700,000 people annually, with the country’s total population currently standing at approximately 33.7 million, Government Statistician Dr Alhassan Iddrisu has disclosed. Read Also: Ghana’s population growth rate drops to 2.1%, population to double in 33 years – Gov’t Statistician He explained that although Ghana’s population continues to grow, the rate of growth has declined compared with previous years.

Two allegedly shot as ADC supporters head to Atiku rally in Sokoto

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — Two persons believed to be supporters of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) were allegedly shot by operatives of the Sokoto State Community Guards along the Sokoto–Wurno Road on Wednesday, amid heightened political tension ahead of the party’s presidential campaign rally in the state. A source said it took the intervention of the Civilian JTF in the convoy of Senator Ibrahim Lamido, coordinator of the Sokoto State ADC Presidential Campaign Council, before vehicles were allowed to move through the checkpoint.

Netanyahu loses religious party’s support as rival tipped to form government

President Isaac Herzog was holding a second day of consultations with political parties after the October 27 election, in which neither Netanyahu — a polarising right-winger who has led Israel through three years of war — nor Eisenkot secured enough votes for a majority. United Torah Judaism, which backed Netanyahu after the previous five elections, in its meeting with Herzog declined to recommend Netanyahu again as prime minister, although it also did not side with Eisenkot.

Live: Democrats take control of Congress as US voters inflict defeat on Trump's Republicans

Votes are still being counted in some parts of the US, with the Republican Party having lost already control of the House and Senate.

‘Show your certificates’ — Amaechi replies Oshiomhole over ‘shallow’ comment

Sekinat Osundiji Former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has challenged Senator Adams Oshiomhole to present his academic certificates after the former Edo State governor described him as “shallow”. The former APC national chairman also questioned Amaechi’s relationship with former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, recalling that Amaechi had previously challenged Atiku’s emergence as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate.

Minority institutions respond positively to Congress appeal for Graduate MLC polls

Is Trump really a ‘lame duck’ after losing both houses of US Congress?

Despite losing legislative control, the US president still has strong executive powers to push his agenda forward.

Poundland’s US owner says retailer remains ‘vulnerable’, after talks with ministers

Gordon Brothers still in ‘active discussions’ with interested parties and seeking to ‘protect as many jobs as possible’ The US owner of Poundland has said the high street chain remains “challenged and vulnerable” after holding talks with ministers amid government criticism of its handling of the retailer. Gordon Brothers said in a statement on Thursday morning that it was still in “active discussions” with interested suitors and had been seeking to “protect as many jobs as possible”.

Milan Exits Dairyland After Four-and-a-Half Years of Brand Transformation

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 5 -After four and a half years helping shape Dairyland’s brands and marketing strategy, Milan is preparing to close an important chapter in her career, leaving behind a portfolio of work spanning brand transformation, product innovation and consumer engagement. The introduction of Sip It Loud also marked Dairyland’s entry into drinking chocolate, extending the brand into a new product category and consumption occasion.

Osun govt warns Oluwo over alleged ‘inflammatory’ remarks, fears religious, communal conflicts

The Osun State Government directed the Oluwo to refrain from public statements capable of triggering religious and inter-town conflicts.

UK can avoid euro but must accept free movement to rejoin EU, says former top Brexit negotiator – UK politics live

Another recent claim from Farage has been that, if the UK were to reapply to join the EU, it would have to sign up to the euro. This allegation was never taken particularly seriously by people who actually know how the EU works; while new members are theoretically obliged to sign up to the euro, six of the 27 current members do not use it, one has a formal opt-out (Denmark), and there is plenty of precedent to suggest the EU would easily accept a fudge giving the UK an opt-out.

Woman alleged to have stalked Greens senator appears in court

A woman accused of stalking and threatening WA Greens senator Jordon Steele-John is ordered to stay away from him.

‘This is redemption time’: celebrities react to Democrats’ historic midterms sweep

After the party regained control of both houses of Congress, stars including Viola Davis, Bette Midler and John Cusack have been celebrating US midterms 2026 live – latest updates Track live results from all 50 states Tell us: what do you want to know about midterm results? Celebrities have been reacting to last night’s historic midterm victory for the Democrats after the party regained control of both the House and the Senate.

I’ll end insecurity, hunger, make Nigeria affordable — Atiku, launches campaign

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to tackle insecurity, hunger and the rising cost of living if elected president in the 2027 general elections. He described the Sokoto campaign launch as the beginning of what he called a journey to rescue Nigeria, urging supporters to unite behind his presidential ambition.

92% of Ghanaian households have access to improved drinking water – Government Statistician

About 92 per cent of households in Ghana have access to improved drinking water, representing a significant increase from 60.7 per cent recorded in 2000, Government Statistician Dr Alhassan Iddrisu has disclosed. So we have about nine in 10 households actually having access to improved drinking water per the 2021 census,” he said on Channel One TV on Wednesday, November 4.

Ahead of Amit Shah’s visit, Haryana Congress flags concerns over democracy, law and order

It’s astonishing that the BJP, which has failed to provide satisfactory answers to serious questions concerning electoral transparency, is now launching a campaign in the name of saving democracy, Congress’s Haryana in-charge Sanjay Dutt says

UNFPA urges Ghana to make population data central to national development planning

The UNFPA Country Representative in Ghana, Dr Wilfred Ochan, said reliable population data was critical to understanding the country’s demographic changes and shaping policies that respond to the needs of its people. Dr Ochan, his deputy and staff of UNFPA, Ghana in a group photo with some partners and journalists at the forum He highlighted the organisation’s collaboration with the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) in producing regional population profiles and demographic insights to guide national planning, policy formulation and reporting.

‘Tinubu Must Go’ chant rings out at ADC rally in Sokoto

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto The slogan, “Tinubu Must Go,” reverberated across the venue of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential campaign flag-off in Sokoto on Wednesday, as supporters of the opposition party expressed opposition to President Bola Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 general elections. The chant echoed repeatedly among supporters gathered along Illorin Road in Sokoto metropolis, where the party’s presidential candidate, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, was expected to address the rally.

2027: No coalition needed in Ondo, APC elders declare

Target one million votes for Tinubu, 80% turnout By Dayo Johnson, Akure The PBAT Mandate Elders Forum (PMF), Ondo State chapter, has declared that there is no need for a coalition arrangement in the state ahead of the 2027 general elections, insisting that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is strong enough to win all elective positions. On mobilisation, Ijabiyi said the Forum was working towards extending its structures to every ward and polling unit to mobilise voters and secure victory for Tinubu and all APC candidates.

2027 Politics Watch: From Atiku’s Sokoto rally to Obi’s convoy attack

Atiku Abubakar launched his presidential campaign in Sokoto after days of controversy over access and security, while police arrested a suspect following an attack on Peter Obi’s convoy in Calabar.

'Completely dead': How Trump himself 'killed' the MAGA movement

The Democrats swept to power in the midterms and according to former Trump ally Marjorie Taylor-Greene that is because he abandoned his supporters and "killed" the MAGA movement he started.