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How to Buy Shares, AFCON, Peter Obi, Others Top Google’s Trending Searches of 2022
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
The year 2022 has 24 days to wrap up, and in 25 days, the popular greeting would be Happy New Year.
This year has had ups and downs, with different happenings shaking the various aspects of life.
In the year, students stayed at home for about eight years because of a face-off between their lecturers and the federal government. Also, floods almost submerged the nation, displacing many Nigerians and claiming the lives of more than 600 persons.
Similarly, some popular persons died in the year, while a new movement known as the Obidients shook the political scene ahead of the 2023 general elections.
During the year, Nigerians stayed tuned to these and others with the help of a popular search engine, Google, and in its usual style, the platform has released the trending searches for the year.
According to data released by the tech giant, a few top searched questions this year were How to link NIN? How to buy shares? How to register for PVC online? What is Lupus? and What is NATO?
Further, the results, which revealed the most searched terms, people, actors, musicians, topics, questions and the interest of Nigerians, indicated that the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), and Casemiro, a Brazilian football player, topped the categories of top trending searches and top athletes and sports people respectively.
Nigeria was eliminated from the 2022 AFCON competition by Tunisia in a 1-0 defeat as Senegal beat Egypt to win their first Africa Cup of Nations title earlier this year.
The strike action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), which lingered for eight months, got the union in second place in the top trending searches by Nigerians in the period under review.
Oxlade, a Nigerian singer and songwriter, topped both categories of top trending people and top trending musicians searched by Nigerians this year. Asake, an Afrobeat singer signed to YBNL Nation, came second in the top trending musicians’ list. Anikulapo, a Nigerian epic fantasy film starring Kunle Remi and produced by Kunle Afolayan, topped the category of trending movies and series.
Questions like Who is Peter Obi’s running mate? Who is the APC Presidential candidate? Who is Atiku’s running mate? Who is leading in the Osun State election? Who is Tinubu’s running mate? and Who is Peter Obi? reveal the increased interest of Nigerians in politics and the next year’s elections.
Entertainment-related search terms like Finesse lyrics, Buga, the song by Kizz Daniel featuring Tekno and Will Smith all topped their categories revealing Nigerians’ interest in lyrics, songs and celebrity personalities.
And in a year with many high-profile deaths, the death of Queen Elizabeth was the most searched loss, followed by gospel singer Osinachi Nwachukwu, who died in April and actress Ada Ameh who died in August.
Google’s Year in Search is an annual analysis that reveals the top trending lists and also spotlights what the world searches to see, learn and do.
In Nigeria, the result for this year’s Year in Search shows a heightened interest in politics, entertainment, sports, lifestyle and notable personalities.
Here are the trending searches in 2022:
Top 10 trending searches
- AFCON
- ASUU
- iPhone 14
- Oxlade
- NATO
- Buga
- Peter Obi
- Ukraine
- World Cup
- Asake
Top 10 trending people
- Oxlade
- Peter Obi
- Asake
- Black Sherif
- Casemiro
- Putin
- Lisandro Martinez
- Anthony
- Gabriel Jesus
- Raphinha
Top 10 athletes/ sports people
- Casemiro
- Lisandro Martinez
- Anthony
- Gabriel Jesus
- Raphinha
- Maduka Okoye
- Fofana
- Eriksen
- Tobi Amusan
- Graham Potter
Top 10 trending musicians
- Oxlade
- Asake
- Black Sherif
- Portable
- Lil Tjay
- Ruger
- Kwaku the traveller
- Buju
- Angelique Kidjo
- DJ YK
Top 10 trending actors
- Will Smith
- Johnny Depp
- Yul Edochie
- Osita Iheme
- Judy Austin
- Olu Jacobs
- Peggy Ovire
- Amber Heard
- Nkechi Blessing
- Thuso Mbedu
Top 10 trending loss
- Queen Elizabeth
- Osinachi Nwachukwu
- Ada Ameh
- Rico Swavey
- Takeoff
- Chinedu Nwadike
- Dablixx Osha
- Dejo Tunfulu
- Ifeanyi Adeleke
- Alaafin of Oyo – Oba Lamidi Adeyemi
Top 10 trending lyrics
- Finesse lyrics
- Overdose lyrics
- Rush lyrics
- If I broke na my business lyrics
- Palazzo lyrics
- Bandana lyrics
- Buga lyrics
- Kwaku the traveller lyrics
- Cough by Kizz Daniel lyrics
- Machala lyrics
Top 10 trending recipes
- Fried rice recipe
- Afang Soup recipe
- Jollof rice recipe
- Banana bread recipe
- Parfait recipe
- Sex on the beach recipe
- French toast recipe
- Ogbono soup recipe
- Chin chin recipe
- Lasagna recipe
Top 10 trending devices
- iPhone 14 pro max
- iPhone 13 pro max
- Tecno Camon 19
- Infinix Note 12
- Tecno Spark 7
- Infinix Note 11
- Redmi Note 11
- Infinix Smart 6
- Spark 7
- Tecno Spark 9
Top 10 trending movies/ series
- Anikulapo
- Blood sisters
- House of the dragon
- Thor love and thunder
- The woman king
- Selina tested
- Tinder Swindler
- Black Panther
- Eternals
- All of us are dead
Top 10 trending songs
- Buga – Kizz Daniel ft Tekno
- Overdose – Mavins, Crayon, Ayra Starr, Ladipoe, Magixx and Boy Spyce
- Machala – Carter Efe ft Berri Tiga
- Calm Down – Rema
- Rush – Ayra Starr
- Terminator – Asake
- Girlfriend – Ruger
- Finesse – Pheelz ft BNXN
- How are you my friend – Johnny Drille
- Cough – Kizz Daniel
Top 10 trending “Who is” general
- Who is Peter Obi’s running mate?
- Who is Queen Elizabeth?
- Who is the Greek God of war?
- Who is the APC Presidential candidate?
- Who is Atiku’s running mate?
- Who is Princess Diana?
- Who is leading in the Osun State election?
- Who is Tinubu’s running mate?
- Who is Peter Obi?
- Who is Rico Swavey?
Top 10 trending “How to” general
- How to link NIN?
- How to buy shares?
- How to register for PVC online?
- How to remove the rotoscope filter?
- How to maintain facial health by controlling the type of food consumed?
- How to create an NFT?
- How to upgrade to iOS 16?
- How to hide an app on an iPhone?
- How to hide number?
- How to write an application letter for a job?
Top 10 trending “What is” general
- What is Lupus?
- What is NATO?
- What is NFT?
- What is the cause of the Russia and Ukraine war?
- What is the meaning of zazu zeh?
- What is PVC?
- What is intersex?
- What is the meaning of sapa?
- What is Greta Thunberg known for?
- What is the scientific term for ear ringing?
By Blaise Udunze
Momentum is gathering for the Abuja Night of Glory taking place today, Friday, December 5, 2025, at the main bowl of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium.
The crusade is being hosted by Dominion City Church headed by Pastor David Ogbueli and it starts by 7pm.
The all-night programme will feature dynamic worship leaders like Nathanial Bassey, Dunsin Oyekan, Theophilus Sunday, Chioma Jesus, Kaestrings, Sunmisola Agbebi Okeleye, Minister GUC, Ebuka Songs, Anthony Kani, and DC Angels.
Reputed as a teacher of righteousness and anointed minister of the gospel, evidenced by the miracles that have trailed his ministry, and one who champions the cause of the poor through empowerment initiatives, Dr. David Ogbueli will be joined by renowned ministers from within and outside Nigeria, including Evangelist Andres Bisonni, Dr. Charles Ndifon, Evangelist Dan Scott, Apostle Ikechukwu Nnajiofor, and several others.
Night of Glory has, in previous editions held across Nigeria’s cities, recorded remarkable results, such as immediate healings and freedom from chronic ailments, recovery of vision and movement after many years of paralysis, along with liberation from dependencies and emotional distress. Numerous participants have also shared testimonies of breakthroughs and big personal changes after the experience. Organisers state that this year’s event, in Abuja, is anticipated to exceed previous editions.
The event is intended for all individuals trusting God for divine intervention in any area of life.
Understanding the role of faith in the destiny of individuals and nations, a dedicated prayer session for Nigeria will take place during the crusade to tackle some of the current challenges being faced in the country and also to uplift he leaders and institutions before God.
Attendance is free, and registration is encouraged via the QR codes on event banners. Organisers expect a massive turnout as worshippers travel from across the country for what is anticipated to be a transformative encounter.
Adequate security and free transportation have been put in place ALL over the city of Abuja, while those outside Abuja are expected to join online.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Mr Martin Amaewhule, has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
At the plenary on Friday, Mr Amaewhule joined the ruling party from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), along with 15 other members of the state parliament.
This development comes some months after they had earlier declared their support for the APC in the wake of a crisis with the state governor, Mr Sim Fubura.
The lawmakers had an issue with Mr Fubura, which led to a state of emergency declared on the oil-rich state by President Bola Tinubu in March 2025.
This embargo was only lift in September 2025 after the duration of the six-month emergency rule in the state.
A few days ago, members of the Rivers Assembly passed a vote of confidence on President Tinubu, backing him to remain in office till 2031, when he would have spent eight years in office if re-elected in 2027.
Announcing their defection today, the lawmakers pinned their decision on the crisis rocking the PDP at the national level.
It is not certain if their political godfather, Mr Nyesom Wike, who is the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), will join them in APC.
Mr Wike, who governed Rivers State from 2015 to 2023, has been accused of instigating the crisis in the opposition PDP. He was expelled from the party last month at a national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State.
By Adedapo Adesanya
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has warned that Nigeria risks massive brain drain in the oil and gas sector due to poor remuneration.
The president of PENGASSAN, Mr Festus Osifo, said at the end of the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the union on Thursday in Abuja that the industry was facing challenges arising from Naira devaluation and inflation, noting that, oil and gas skills remained globally competitive.
Painting an example, he said, “A drilling engineer in Nigeria does the same job as one in the US or Abu Dhabi,” noting that the union must take steps to bridge the wage gap to prevent members from leaving the country for better opportunities abroad.
“If we don’t act, the brain drain seen in other sectors will be child’s play,” he said.
According to him, PENGASSAN has recorded significant gains through collective bargaining across oil and gas branches.
“We signed numerous agreements across government agencies, IOCs, service and marketing sectors,” he said.
He said the agreements brought relief to members facing rising costs of living, adding that, the association’s duty is to protect members’ jobs and enhance their pay.
Mr Osifo urged companies delaying salary reviews and those foot-dragging as a result of the prevailing economic realities, to do the needful.
He said the industry employed some of the nation’s best talents, making competitive pay critical to retaining skilled workers.
“This industry recruits the best. Companies must provide the best conditions,” he said.
On insecurity, Mr Osifo urged government to take decisive action against terrorism and kidnappings across the country.
“We are tired of condemnations. government must expose sponsors and protect citizens,” he said.
He urged government at all levels to prioritise tackling insecurity through better funding and equipment for security agencies.
Mr Osifo said PENGASSAN supported calls for state police to improve local security response, adding that decentralising policing will protect citizens better than rhetoric.
He also said economic indicators meant little, if food prices remained high and farmers could not return to farms due to insecurity.
“Nigerians want to see food on the table, not macroeconomic figures,” he said, urging the government to coordinate fiscal and monetary policies to ensure economic gains reach households.
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