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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.
- Jan 2026January 18, 2026
Suspected hoodlums kill Kano housewife, six children in early-morning attack
File photo: The deceased children Residents of parts of Kano were thrown into shock…
- January 18, 2026
Fubara pledges commitment to peace, governance amid fresh impeachment moves
By Deborah Nnamdi Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has vowed not to support, either…
- January 18, 2026
Gunmen kill police officer, abduct Indian expatriate in Oyo factory attack
By Deborah Nnamdi Gunmen have attacked Aqua Triton Company in Ogunmakin, near Ibadan, Oyo…
- January 18, 2026
Anambra police arrest suspect over abduction, killing of six-year-old girl
By Deborah Nnamdi Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have arrested a 28-year-old…
- January 18, 2026
NDLEA arrests long-wanted drug kingpin “Kanmo-Kanmo”
By Deborah Nnamdi A long-wanted drug suspect popularly known as “Kanmo-Kanmo” has been arrested…
- January 17, 2026
103yo woman dies in Lagos Oyingbo fire outbreak
A 103-year-old woman has died following a fire outbreak at a residential building in…
- January 17, 2026
Nigeria approves satellite internet licenses for Amazon, others
Nigeria has approved satellite broadband operating licences for Amazon’s Project Kuiper, BeetleSat, and Satelio,…
- January 17, 2026
Canada unveils new immigration pathways for Int’l doctors
Canada has announced new immigration options aimed at making it easier for international medical…
- January 17, 2026
Jerry Eze unveils $300,000 grants for young entrepreneurs
Founder of Streams of Joy International, Pastor Jerry Eze, has announced a new empowerment…
- January 17, 2026
Seven killed in extortion-linked shooting in South Africa
Gunmen killed seven people in a township outside the South African city of Cape…
