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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.
- Oct 2025October 17, 2025
Enugu: LP chairman, entire ward executives defect to APC
Barely 48 hours after a political shakeup that saw the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)…
- October 17, 2025
Rivers judiciary frees 150 inmates to decongest custodial centre
The Rivers State Judiciary has released 150 inmates from the Port Harcourt Maximum Security…
- October 17, 2025
Rivers Govt revokes N134bn contract awarded by Ibas, orders refund of N20bn
The Rivers State Executive Council has revoked the N134 billion contract awarded to the…
- October 16, 2025
Roadside tailor gets N7m donations after welcoming quadruplets in Delta
A roadside tailor in Delta State, Mr. Favour Akire, has received over N7 million…
- October 16, 2025
Bayelsa Senator Konbowei defects from PDP to APC
Senator Friday Benson Konbowei, representing Bayelsa Central Senatorial District, has defected from the Peoples…
- October 16, 2025
Senate confirms Prof. Joash Amupitan as INEC Chairman
By Deborah Nnamdi The Senate on Thursday confirmed Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as…
- October 16, 2025
Drama in Court as woman slumps after husband insists on divorce
By Deborah Nnamdi There was mild drama at an Area Court in Ilorin, Kwara…
- October 16, 2025
NSCDC probes murder of three-year-old girl in Jigawa
By Deborah Nnamdi The Jigawa State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence…
- October 16, 2025
Nestlé to cut 16,000 jobs globally as new CEO launches major restructuring
By Deborah Nnamdi Swiss food and beverage giant Nestlé has announced plans to cut…
- October 16, 2025
Senate screens Prof. Joash Amupitan for INEC chairman role
By Deborah Nnamdi The Senate on Thursday commenced the screening and confirmation of Prof.…
