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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 2, 2026
Nigerians offered free flights amid escalated anti-foreigner protests in S’Africa
The Nigerian Consulate in South Africa, in collaboration with the Nigerian Citizens Association in…
- May 2, 2026
Troops kill four Boko Haram fighters, arrest suspected collaborators in Borno
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, have killed four…
- May 2, 2026
NDLEA arrests 132 suspects, recovers 220kg of illicit drugs in Abuja
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have arrested 132 suspected drug…
- Apr 2026April 30, 2026
Gunmen demand N1bn ransom for abducted worshippers in Ekiti church
Gunmen who abducted several worshippers during an attack on a Christ Apostolic Church parish…
- April 30, 2026
Jandor withdraws from Lagos governorship race, backs Hamzat
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor,…
- April 30, 2026
Supreme Court nullifies PDP’s Ibadan convention, deepens party crisis
The Supreme Court of Nigeria on Thursday invalidated the national convention of the Peoples…
- April 29, 2026
IGP orders dismissal, prosecution of officers over Effurun killing
The Inspector-General of Police, Rilwan Olutunji Disu, has ordered immediate disciplinary action against officers…
- April 29, 2026
Army witness tells court of alleged plot to overthrow Tinubu
The Nigerian Army on Wednesday confirmed before the Federal High Court in Abuja that…
- April 29, 2026
Tinubu appoints Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Foreign Affairs Minister
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs…
- April 29, 2026
Residents raise alarm over influx of armed herdsmen in Benue community
Residents of Logo Local Government Area have raised concerns over a reported influx of…
