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Trending Stories and Top Headlines in Nigeria
Some stories shape the news. Others capture the attention of the entire nation. The Trending section of Naija Daily News brings together the headlines, events, and conversations that are generating the greatest public interest across Nigeria and beyond.
From major political developments and viral social media moments to entertainment, sports, business, and technology, we highlight the stories people are reading, discussing, and sharing. Every article is selected based on its relevance, impact, and public interest, not simply its popularity.
- Feb 2026February 1, 2026
Coup: Detained officers knew the consequences — Defence Minister
…Military moves to court-martial… …..fates of 1990 coup plotters Photo: Defence Minister, Christopher Musa…
- February 1, 2026
Gunmen burn police station, church, abduct worshippers in Niger
By Sodeeq Kamsela, Abuja Fear and confusion gripped Agwara town in Niger State on…
- February 1, 2026
NDLEA Crackdown: Nabs airport courier, seizes tonnes of cannabis across states
By Didimoko A. Didimoko A major anti-drug sweep across Nigeria has led to multiple…
- February 1, 2026
JTF neutralises Boko Haram leader, 10 0thers in Borno raid
Security forces fighting insurgency in the North-East have recorded another major breakthrough after killing…
- February 1, 2026
ADC accuses APC-led Senate of deliberate delay on electoral bill
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the APC-dominated Senate of deliberately slowing down…
- February 1, 2026
Tinubu declares APC governors as state party leaders
President Bola Tinubu has declared that governors elected on the platform of the All…
- February 1, 2026
Nwifuru dethrones traditional rulers, sacks appointees after beheading of four in communal clash
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has ordered sweeping punitive measures against political and traditional…
- February 1, 2026
Five killed, one abducted as herdsmen attack Benue communities
Fresh waves of attacks by suspected armed herdsmen have left at least five persons…
- February 1, 2026
NSCDC arrests woman over alleged trafficking of 17yo girl in Oyo
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Oyo State Command, has arrested a…
- February 1, 2026
Police rescue kidnap victim tied to tree in Zamfara
The Zamfara State Police Command has rescued a man, Abdullahi Isah Nagari, who was…
