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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.
- Jan 2026January 26, 2026
Delta Police arrest 12, recover weapons, drugs in intelligence-led operations
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested 12 suspects and recovered a…
- January 26, 2026
NNPC–Chevron JV moves closer to new production with Awodi-07
A successful appraisal and exploration campaign by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC…
- January 26, 2026
Corruption Amazon: Deziani’s trial begins in London
The long-running corruption case involving Nigeria’s former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, is…
- January 26, 2026
Crude oil prices rises above Nigeria’s 2026 budget benchmark
By Douglas Maha, with agency reports Global oil prices remained largely stable on Monday,…
- January 26, 2026
Naira trading below fair value, should be N1,257 to Dolar – Bismark Rewane
Photo: Olayemi Cardoso, CBN Governor Nigeria’s local currency may be trading significantly below its…
- January 26, 2026
US ramps up support for Nigeria as ISIS threat grows
The United States has stepped up military assistance and intelligence cooperation with Nigeria as…
- January 25, 2026
Abba Yusuf to rejoin APC Monday after quitting NNPP
Photo: Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, is set to…
- January 25, 2026
APC holds ward congresses in Rivers to elect delegates for February bye-elections
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has conducted ward congresses in Ahoada East and Khana…
- January 25, 2026
AFCON: Gueye reflects on Senegal walk-off, Morocco missed penalty
By Deborah Nnamdi Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye has spoken about the dramatic walk-off by…
- January 25, 2026
NDLEA arrests Brazilian woman with N3bn worth of heroin at Abuja airport
By Deborah Nnamdi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 30-year-old…
