Trending in Nigeria on X on 29th April, 2025

On April 29, 2025, Nigeria’s X platform was a vibrant hub of discussions, drama, and unfiltered reactions, capturing the nation’s pulse. From high-profile arrests to music feuds and political protests, Nigerians brought their signature humor, pidgin, and real talk to the trends. Here's a  roundup of the top topics that dominated X, highlighting some of the reactions that shaped the conversation as observed by Torchlightnews.

1.Aisha Achimugu’s EFCC Arrest Grips Attention

The arrest of businesswoman and socialite Aisha 

Achimugu, widow of Suleiman Achimugu, by the 

EFCC sent ripples across X. Allegations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering fueled intense discussions, with a post by 

Nigerians React:  

@NaijaGistLord

 tweeted, “Aisha Achimugu don enter EFCC net? Chai, this 2025 go long o! #RichPeopleProblems”  

@LagosBigBoi

 wrote, “EFCC dey move like Avengers now. Aisha’s case go sweet pass Nollywood movie! ”  

@TruthTellerNG

 noted, “This one na political witch-hunt or real gist? Aisha too big to fall like this. Let’s watch .”

2.E-Money’s Naira Abuse Arrest Fuels Debate

Reports of business mogul E-Money’s arrest by the EFCC for Naira abuse sparked widespread chatter on X. A viral post by 

@NaijaTrend_1 drove the conversation, with users debating the motives behind the arrest.

Nigerians React:  

@BaddestCubana posted; “E-Money spray Naira, EFCC spray handcuffs! Naija no dey carry last! #NairaAbuse”  

@HustleKing01 commented, “Why EFCC dey worry E-Money when fuel price dey abuse us daily? Free my guy!”  

@SabiAnalyst observed, “Naira abuse case on E-Money? Sounds like distraction from bigger issues. EFCC, face politicians abeg! ”

3.Arike vs. Davido Feud Lights Up X

An X user named Arike stirred controversy by calling Davido’s album a flop and that the album is sinking just like davido's son, Late Ifeanyi sunk and died in the swimming pool. This prompted a fierce response from his 30BG fanbase. The hashtag #Arike trended as the feud escalated, with torchlightnews capturing the online clash.

Nigerians React:  

@Davidson wrote, “Arike, who send you? Davido’s album na banger, carry your bad belle comot! #30BG”  

@VibeWithTee tweeted, “Arike just wan trend, but she no know say Davido fans na army! Respect OBO abeg!”  

@NeutralVibesNG added, “Arike has her opinion, but dragging her like this? Naija Twitter too wild. Let’s chill and enjoy music .”

4.Tinubu and #OccupyAbuja Stir Political Discourse

President Tinubu’s name trended alongside the term “Master Strategist,” used both sarcastically and in praise. The hashtag #OccupyAbuja gained momentum as users discussed economic hardship, inflation, and fuel prices, echoing sentiments from the #EndBadGovernance protests.

Nigerians React:  

@AreaBoyLad posted, “Tinubu na Master Strategist for hardship o! Fuel price wan finish us! #OccupyAbuja”  

@PatrioticNaija wrote, “#OccupyAbuja dey give me hope. Nigerians don tire for bad governance. Time to move!”  

@PolicyGuruNG noted, “#OccupyAbuja shows the youth are woke, but protests need strategy, not just vibes. Tinubu’s team watching .”

5.Zinoleesky’s “Gen Z” Album Sustains Buzz

Zinoleesky’s “Gen Z” album, a chart-topper on Apple Music Nigeria, kept X buzzing with the #GenZ hashtag. Fans praised the Afrobeats star’s latest work, while others compared it to his previous projects.

Nigerians React:  

@AfrobeatsVibes tweeted, “Zinoleesky’s Gen Z na fire! Every track dey slap! #GenZ”  

@MusicPlugNG commented, “Zino try, but Gen Z no hit like ‘Chrome.’ Still a vibe sha! #GenZ”  

@NaijaCritic observed, “Zinoleesky speaking to Gen Z struggles in this album. Lyrics deep pass Wetin people dey see. Listen well .”

6.Tems and Bobrisky Drive Celeb Conversations

Tems’ global success and Bobrisky’s latest antics kept their names in X’s spotlight. Users celebrated Tems’ achievements while reacting to Bobrisky’s ongoing controversies.

Nigerians React:  

@TemsStan01 posted, “Tems dey carry Naija flag worldwide! Grammy next! #Tems”  

@GistLoverNG wrote, “Bobrisky again? This one na controversy generator! Person no fit rest!”  

@Culturalvibe noted, “Tems is proof Naija talent no need validation. Bobrisky just dey play fame game. Both winning sha .”

#s noave una! #CHEBOU”  

@SportySammy

 commented, “Football banter on Naija Twitter na therapy. #CHEBOU dey bring vibes, but #MondayMotivation dey push us to go

On April 29, 2025, X in Nigeria was a dynamic space of drama, ambition, and cultural expression. From Aisha Achimugu’s arrest to Zinoleesky’s album buzz, the platform reflected the nation’s energy through memes, debates, and pidgin-fueled commentary. These trends underscore why Nigeria’s X remains a global cultural force.

Note: X trends evolve rapidly, and some details,

such as EFCC arrests, await official confirmation

to ensure accuracy.