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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.
- Apr 2026April 23, 2026
Deploy troops to Borno, Kaduna Communities, Reps urge FG
The House of Representatives on Thursday called on the Federal Government to urgently deploy…
- April 23, 2026
Tinubu seeks Senate approval for $516m loan for Sokoto–Badagry highway
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally written to the Senate seeking approval to secure…
- April 23, 2026
12 killed, 14 injured in Edo highway crash
By Deborah Nnamdi No fewer than 12 persons have been confirmed dead, while 14…
- April 23, 2026
El-Rufai arraigned over alleged NSA phone bugging, pleads not guilty
By Deborah Nnamdi The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has been…
- April 22, 2026
Troops neutralise two gunmen in Plateau ambush operation
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have neutralised two suspected armed gunmen during an ambush…
- April 22, 2026
Rivers police disband tactical teams, launch new crime response unit
The Nigeria Police Force in Rivers State has dissolved its tactical teams as part…
- April 22, 2026
Tinubu appoints new heads for NECO, NBTE
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a series of key appointments across major education…
- April 21, 2026
Tinubu sacks Edun, Dangiwa in cabinet shake-up as pressure peaks
Mounting pressure and earlier speculation surrounding the fate of Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and…
- April 21, 2026
NAF airstrikes kill several terrorists in sambisa forest
Several terrorists have been killed following precision airstrikes carried out by the Nigerian Air…
- April 21, 2026
Fresh COVID-19 case confirmed in Cross River
Nigeria has recorded a fresh case of COVID-19, with the latest infection confirmed in…
