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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.
- May 2026May 15, 2026
EFCC Arraigns Blessing CEO over alleged N36m fraud
The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arraigned…
- May 15, 2026
Police dismiss five inspectors over armed robbery, kidnapping in Rivers
The Nigeria Police Force has uncovered a criminal syndicate involving serving police officers accused…
- May 14, 2026
Nigerian Prof jailed five years in US over $1.4m fraud
A United States District Court in Michigan has sentenced Nigerian-born academic, Nkechy Ezeh, to…
- May 14, 2026
Troops rescue six abductees, arrest terrorist collaborators in Borno
Troops of the Northeast Joint Task Force under Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with…
- May 14, 2026
Makinde declares 2027 presidential ambition at PDP–APM Alliance rally
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has officially declared his intention to contest for the…
- May 13, 2026
Delta PFN secretary killed as suspected assassins strike in Asaba
The Secretary-General of the Delta State chapter of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN,…
- May 13, 2026
How rape suspect escaped from police custody in Rivers
A suspect identified simply as Goodnews, who was arrested over the alleged defilement of…
- May 13, 2026
‘I don’t practice politics of enmity’, Wike defends visit to APC chairman
Nyesom Wike has dismissed the controversy surrounding his recent visit to the National Chairman…
- May 13, 2026
Fubara denies defection rumours, reaffirms loyalty to APC
Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara has dismissed widespread speculations linking him with a planned…
- May 13, 2026
Police raid separatist camp in Anambra, recover arms, explosives
The Anambra State Police Command has raided a suspected secessionist camp in Owerre-Ezukala, Orumba…
