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Nigeria Top 20 Trending News — October 21, 2025

Top 20 Trending Nigeria News

Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 • Lagos (Africa/Lagos)

Clashes in Abuja over Nnamdi Kanu’s detention

Security forces disperse protesters with tear gas; arrests reported around key government areas.

Source: AP News

Police use teargas to quash protests over separatist leader

Authorities cite security concerns as tensions rise around the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow demonstrations.

Source: Reuters

US lawmakers flag persecution of Christians in Nigeria

Push for “Country of Particular Concern” designation gains traction in Washington.

Source: Times of India

Inflation eases to a three-year low in September

Headline inflation slows as food prices cool, marking the sixth consecutive monthly decline.

Source: Reuters

Gunmen ambush security patrol in Northwest, kill eight

Zamfara attack underscores persistent insecurity across the region.

Source: AP News

#FreeNnamdiKanuNow rally gathers momentum

Organisers say crowds are swelling as calls for release intensify.

Source: New Telegraph

Labour unions issue four-week ultimatum over education demands

NLC warns of potential nationwide strike if issues remain unresolved.

Source: New Telegraph

Nigeria, Algeria sign parliamentary MoU

Deal aims to deepen cooperation on legislative best practices and democratic exchange.

Source: New Telegraph

FG targets 20,000 jobs yearly via NJFP 2.0

Second phase of fellowship programme seeks to boost employment for young graduates.

Source: New Telegraph

Debate over lawyer’s role at protest ground

Government aide criticises counsel seen joining demonstration amid legal-ethics questions.

Source: New Telegraph

Fresh flood alert issued for Ogun riverside communities

Residents urged to relocate as water levels expected to rise through early November.

Source: Ripples Nigeria

Domestic airline capacity climbs to 681,000+ seats in October

Year-on-year growth signals rising demand for local air travel.

Source: Nairametrics

Boat mishap on River Niger leaves at least 26 dead

Kogi tragedy renews scrutiny of inland waterway safety standards.

Source: AP News

APC Lagos labels opposition “threats to democracy”

State chapter accuses rivals of incoherence ahead of 2027 polls.

Source: TVC News

Daily front-page round-up: politics, economy, security

Editors highlight wide mix of issues dominating today’s agenda.

Source: Ripples Nigeria

Dangote Refinery: crude inflow cuts tied to market strategy

Company says reductions respond to high global prices and scheduling, not technical faults.

Source: Reuters

Police defend protest dispersal, cite court restrictions

Authorities reference orders limiting demonstrations near national institutions.

Source: Ripples Nigeria

Tinubu congratulates Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso

Presidential message acknowledges the former governor’s public service.

Source: New Telegraph

Energy boost: Nigeria commissions wholly-owned crude storage vessel

Officials say the floating unit will help lift output and exports.

Source: Reuters

Shell & Sunlink green-light major offshore gas project

Decision seen as a vote of confidence in Nigeria’s gas ambitions.

Source: Reuters

Note: This is a curated digest for October 21, 2025. Click each “Source” to read the full report.

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