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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 7, 2026
Court convicts ex-power minister Saleh Mamman in N33bn money laundering case
A Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman,…
- May 7, 2026
Police arrest, repatriate chinese fugitive over $245m ponzi scheme
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested and repatriated a Chinese fugitive, Xu Qing, to…
- May 7, 2026
NDLEA uncovers drug hideouts in caves, underground tunnels in Kano
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Kano State Strategic Command, has uncovered a network…
- May 7, 2026
Police arrest five over N4.6m fraud involving house help in Rivers
The Rivers State Police Command says it has arrested a five-member syndicate allegedly involved…
- May 7, 2026
FG bans Honorary Degree recipients from using ‘Dr’ title
The Federal Government has banned recipients of honorary degrees from prefixing “Dr” to their…
- May 7, 2026
Police uncover N713.9m fraud syndicate, arrest two suspects
The Nigeria Police Force, through the has uncovered a sophisticated fraud syndicate allegedly responsible…
- May 7, 2026
Five killed, three injured as gunmen attack Plateau community
Fresh violence has erupted in Plateau State after gunmen attacked the Nding Susut community…
- May 6, 2026
Wike blasts Makinde, Turaki faction over PDP leadership crisis
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday lashed out at…
- May 6, 2026
Police arrest suspect over teen’s abduction, murder after N500,000 ransom
The Nigeria Police Force in Ogun State has arrested a 30-year-old suspect, Bayegun Nathaniel,…
- May 6, 2026
Customs seize N2.35bn cocaine, arrest 71yo suspect in Lagos
The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted cocaine valued at N2.35 billion and arrested a…
