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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 5, 2026
Gunmen shoot farmer, abduct wife in Ondo
Gunmen on Wednesday night shot a farmer and abducted his wife in Akure, the…
- March 5, 2026
Court jails Akwa Ibom poly lecturer, accomplice 11 years over N50m extortion
The Akwa Ibom State High Court, Ikot Ekpene, has sentenced a lecturer at Akwa…
- March 5, 2026
MultiChoice to shut down Showmax streaming platform after 11 years
Multimedia company MultiChoice Group has announced plans to discontinue its streaming platform, Showmax, after…
- March 4, 2026
Family sues Google, alleges Gemini AI Chatbot encouraged son’s suicide
The family of a Florida man who took his own life has filed a…
- March 4, 2026
NDLEA arrests fugitive drug kingpin in Lagos
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the arrest of fugitive drug…
- March 4, 2026
IGP Disu inaugurates committee on state policing, seeks framework for reform
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has inaugurated a Committee on State Policing,…
- March 4, 2026
Tinubu orders immediate suspension of cashless policy at airports over gridlock
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday directed the immediate suspension of the cashless payment…
- March 4, 2026
World Cup: Nigeria misses out, FIFA confirms DR Congo
World football governing body FIFA has confirmed DR Congo as Africa’s representative in the…
- March 4, 2026
Tinubu swears In Tunji Disu as 23rd Inspector-General of Police
By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday formally swore in Tunji Disu…
- March 4, 2026
Atiku, Nothern aspirant should wait till 2031 – Fintiri
Photo: Adamawa Gov Fintiri Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, has defended his position…
