Morocco advances in World Cup after beating Canada: Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 to advance to the World Cup quarter-finals, surprising many fans and analysts.
Archived Pulse in Nigeria
Country pulse digest
Sunday, July 5, 2026
Archived Pulse in Nigeria
Nigeria's top search trends reflect intense interest in the 2026 World Cup matches featuring Morocco, France, and Portugal, alongside key local economic developments like fuel price drops tied to the Dangote refinery IPO.
Active topics
14
Search volume
92.4K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
14
Sports43% (6)
Money29% (4)
World7% (1)
Life7% (1)
Technology7% (1)
Politics7% (1)
Why people are curious
People in Nigeria are primarily following 2026 World Cup matches, driven by curiosity about game outcomes, player performance, and tactical controversies (intent: following sports events). Economic interests are centered on understanding changes in fuel prices and corporate financial results (intent: explaining and following money-related developments). Additionally, citizens seek explanations on political news and public incidents such as accidents and kidnappings (intent: explaining political and social issues). The rise in technology searches relates mostly to buying decisions fueled by deals and product launches (intent: buying).
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Paraguay vs France World Cup match draws intense discussion: Paraguay vs France match sparks debate on Paraguay's tactics and key performances.
Fuel prices drop amid Dangote refinery IPO developments: Nigeria sees fuel price drop influenced by Dangote refinery IPO and regulatory moves.
Portugal vs Spain World Cup clash gains attention: Interest grows around Portugal vs Spain match, focusing on viewing info and player insights.
BBC Hausa coverage explains key global and local issues: BBC Hausa news service gains interest around major world events affecting Nigeria and beyond.
Concern rises as Sam Larry hospitalized following Lagos crash: Public seeks updates on Sam Larry after serious Lagos accident involving fatality.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Nigeria
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
MoneyCooling
nigeria fuel price drop
Nigeria is experiencing significant developments in its fuel market, including the Dangote refinery IPO impacting fuel prices and investor interest.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 2 days ago
legit hausanigeria news todaydangote
02
SportsCooling
canada vs morocco
Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 to advance to the World Cup quarter-finals, surprising many fans and analysts.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 2 days ago
morocco vs canadamoroccobbc football
03
SportsCooling
paraguay vs france
The Paraguay vs. France World Cup match is widely followed with debates on Paraguay's tactics and key performances.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 2 days ago
livefrance match todayparaguay
04
SportsCooling
portugal vs spain
People are searching for information about the Portugal vs Spain match at the 2026 World Cup, including how to watch and player insights.
5K+ searches · 700% growthLast seen 2 days ago
05
WorldCooling
bbc hausa labaran duniya
People want to understand current major news topics covered by BBC Hausa and related world events.
5K+ searches · 100% growthLast seen 2 days ago
bbchausabbc.hausabbc hausa news
06
LifeCooling
sam larry
There is interest in updates on Sam Larry following a serious Lagos road accident involving a fatality.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 2 days ago
sam larry accident
07
SportsCooling
norway vs brazil
Search interest peaks ahead of the Norway vs Brazil match at the 2026 World Cup, focusing on predictions, player updates, and betting odds.
2K+ searches · 900% growthLast seen 2 days ago
zurich vs kriensfc zurich sc kriens
08
SportsCooling
england vs mexico
Rising searches for England vs Mexico reflect fans seeking match previews, predictions, and related sports commentary ahead of the World Cup game.
1K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 2 days ago
t
09
MoneyCooling
fcmb group
FCMB Group's significant profit increase and dividend payment have driven interest in their financial results and corporate performance.
500+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 2 days ago
10
MoneyCooling
institute of chartered accountants of nigeria
People are searching about the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria due to stories about very young chartered accountants achieving certification.
500+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 2 days ago
11
TechnologyCooling
iphone 17 pro
Searches about the iPhone 17 Pro increased due to recent promotions, price drops, and leaks about the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro.
500+ searches · 800% growthLast seen 2 days ago
iphone 17 pro max
12
PoliticsCooling
ademola adeleke
Searches relating to Ademola Adeleke focus on political developments and controversies involving the Osun State governor.
500+ searches · 400% growthLast seen 2 days ago
Why it matters
CoolingThis topic was last observed 2 days ago; its earlier momentum should now be read as historical, backed by 5K+ recorded searches. People are searching to understand what happened and why.
Last seen 2 days ago
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Another African oil producer turns to Dangote refinery as continent races for fuel security - Business Insider Africa
Dangote looks beyond cement in Tanzania and Congo as billion-dollar empire expands - The Africa Report
Dangote Refinery IPO will be a ‘landmark’ for Nigerian exchange - Semafor
Nigerian SEC orders halt to marketing for Dangote refinery IPO - Reuters
Dangote’s $40 Billion IPO Sparks Investor Frenzy in Nigeria - Bloomberg.com
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.