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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 1, 2026
Six killed in crash on Lagos-Ibadan highway in southwest Nigeria
Photo: FRSC officials at an unrelated accident scene At least six people were killed…
- January 1, 2026
Police arrest 43 after unrest disrupts New Year celebrations in Asaba
Police in Nigeria’s Delta State said they arrested 43 people and recovered dozens of…
- January 1, 2026
Why I withdrew libel suit against Natasha – Akpabio
Nigeria’s Senate President Godswill Akpabio said on Thursday he has directed his lawyers to…
- January 1, 2026
Police detain driver of Anthony Joshua’s ill-fated convoy
Police in Ogun State on Thursday said they have taken into custody the driver…
- January 1, 2026
New Year disaster: 45 dead, 110 injured, in resort bar fire
Dozens of people were killed and about 100 injured, most of them seriously, after…
- January 1, 2026
Rivers Crisis: Fubara urges calm amid political tension
Photo: Fubara with his estranged godfather and predecessor, Nyesom Wike Rivers State Governor Siminalayi…
- January 1, 2026
2026: A more robust phase of Economic Growth – Tinubu
…Full text of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s New Year’s address 2026 MARKS THE BEGINNING…
- January 1, 2026
Wike to Bala Mohammed: Face your problems, leave me alone
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has fired back at Bauchi State…
- January 1, 2026
New Year tragedy: 2 teenagers killed by Ebonyi reckless driver
New Year’s Day turned tragic in Obegu-Aba, Ozibo, Ebonyi Local Government Area of Ebonyi…
- January 1, 2026
A’Court upholds death sentence for killer of 5-year-old girl
Nigeria’s Court of Appeal in Kano has upheld the death sentence imposed on Abdulmalik…
