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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 2, 2026
Court dismisses Sowore’s suit against DSS, Meta over Facebook post
By Deborah Nnamdi A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a fundamental rights…
- April 2, 2026
Teen’s death triggers police crackdown on drug cartels in Delta
By Deborah Nnamdi The Delta State Police Command has intensified operations against drug cartels…
- April 2, 2026
EFCC arrests Abuja agent over alleged N288m property fraud
By Deborah Nnamdi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested an Abuja-based house…
- April 1, 2026
INEC removes Mark, Aregbesola from ADC portal amid leadership crisis
By Deborah Nnamdi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has moved to strike the…
- April 1, 2026
Tinubu cancels Ogun trip, heads to Plateau over deadly attacks
By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has postponed his planned visit to Iperu…
- April 1, 2026
Police arrest fake soldier amid ongoing crisis in Jos
By Deborah Nnamdi Operatives of the Plateau State Police Command have arrested a man…
- April 1, 2026
NSCDC declares man wanted over kidnapping allegations
By Deborah Nnamdi The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has declared a…
- April 1, 2026
Police arrest two over kidnap, murder of 9yo in Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two suspects, Yahaya Zubairu, 20, and Babangida…
- April 1, 2026
30 students, teacher hospitalised after gas leak in Ogun school
No fewer than 30 students and one teacher have been hospitalised following a gas…
- April 1, 2026
Court fixes April 14 for ruling on El-Rufai’s bail application
A Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna State has fixed April 14, 2026, to…
