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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.
- Mar 2026March 9, 2026
Dangote refinery raises petrol price to N1,175 per litre
The Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals has increased its gantry price for Premium Motor Spirit…
- March 9, 2026
Appeal Court affirms ruling against PDP over convention held without Lamido
The Court of Appeal of Nigeria sitting in Abuja has affirmed a November 14…
- March 9, 2026
Global outrage over killing of160 Iranian school girls in alleged US-Israel strike
Photo: US President Donald Trump A deadly strike on a girls’ school in southern…
- March 9, 2026
Rising oil prices from US–Israel–Iran war: Relief, risks for Nigeria
By Douglas Maha, Abuja Surging global crude oil prices triggered by the escalating conflict…
- March 9, 2026
Rivers Assembly confirms five commissioner nominees, rejects four
The Rivers State House of Assembly on Monday screened nine commissioner nominees submitted by…
- March 9, 2026
El-Rufai’s lawyer slams ICPC for ‘misleading’ allegations on Egypt properties
Lawyers to former Nasir El-Rufai have accused the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related…
- March 9, 2026
Police arrest 99 suspects in coordinated security raid in Ondo
The Ondo State Police Command has announced the arrest of 99 suspects following a…
- March 9, 2026
Police arrest three kidnap suspects, neutralize one in Edo operations
The Edo State Police Command has arrested three suspected kidnappers, including a national of…
- March 8, 2026
IGP appoints DCP Anthony Okon Placid as new Force Public Relations Officer
Photo: DCP Anthony Okon Placid, new FPRO The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu,…
- March 8, 2026
NDLEA arrests ex-Lagos councillor, others in nationwide drug crackdown
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a former two-term councillor at…
