Bobrisky, Beta Edu, Nwabali top Nigeria’s trends on google search 2024

Google has unveiled its 2024 Year in Search report for Nigeria, showcasing the trends, personalities, and topics that captured the nation’s interest.

Notable figures like popular cross-dresser Bobrisky, former Health Minister Beta Edu, and Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali dominated searches this year.

Bobrisky’s Controversial Year

Bobrisky, born Okuneye Idris Olarenwaju, emerged as the most searched Nigerian, driven by a string of controversies. The socialite gained widespread attention after his April 2024 arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for alleged naira abuse.

His sentencing to six months in prison without an option of fine sparked debates about where he would be housed.

Rumors about his luxurious prison conditions, including access to a furnished cell, television, and a phone, further fueled public curiosity.

Another wave of interest came in October 2024 when Bobrisky was arrested by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) while attempting to cross the Seme border, spending time in custody before being transferred to the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID).

Beta Edu’s Political Scandal

Former APC National Women Leader and Health Minister Beta Edu was another widely searched figure.

Her tenure, which began under President Tinubu’s administration in May 2023, ended abruptly in January 2024 following a ₦585 million corruption scandal.

Public interest surged as speculations swirled about her possible reinstatement due to her alleged closeness to the First Family.

Stanley Nwabali’s AFCON Heroics

In sports, Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali gained popularity for his outstanding performance during the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire.

Despite Nigeria losing the final to the host nation, Nwabali’s goalkeeping skills earned widespread admiration. His personal tragedy, the recent loss of his father, also contributed to increased searches about him.

Trending Topics and Interests

The Year in Search highlighted a mix of political, economic, and cultural interests:

News: Topics like the U.S. elections, Nigeria’s new national anthem, and the national grid dominated searches.

Music: Boy Spyce’s “I Don’t Care”, Ayra Starr’s “Ozeba” and “Commas” were among the most searched songs, with Nigerians seeking lyrics to songs like “Ogechi” and “Omemma”.

Movies and TV: Films like “A Tribe Called Judah” and TV series such as “Supacell” topped entertainment searches.

Recipes: The culinary world saw an unexpected interest in the Pornstar Martini recipe, among other dishes.

Here are the trending searches in 2024.

NEWS

US elections
New national anthem
National grid
Minimum wage
Ibadan explosion

Edo state election
Protest in Nigeria
Labour strike
Heat wave in Nigeria
Student loan

PERSONALITIES (Nigerian)

Bobrisky
Betta Edu
Shallipopi
Khaid
Bukunmi Oluwashina

Sharon Ooja
Adanma Luke
Yahaya Bello
Mike Ejeagha
Farooq Oreagba

PERSONALITIES (Global)

Donald Trump
Kai Cenat
Kamala Harris
Tyla
Diddy

Joe Biden

Skepta

Paul Biya

Tyra Banks

Vybz Kartel

SPORT PERSONALITIES

Nico Williams
Nwabali
Leny Yoro
Cole Palmer
Ruben Amorim

Manuel Ugarte
Pedro Neto
Rodri
Joshua Zirkzee
Dani Olmo

DEATHS

Junior Pope
Mr Ibu
Herbert Wigwe
Sisi Quadri
Ifeanyi Ubah

Aduke Gold
Onyeka Onwenu
Amaechi Muonagor
Liam Payne
Rukayat Gawat

WORDS MEANING

Demure meaning
Steeze meaning
Pet peeves meaning
Moots meaning
Naira Mutilation meaning

Taraban meaning
Refect meaning
Pookie meaning
Ozeba meaning
Abido shaker meaning

LYRICS

Ogechi lyrics
Ozeba lyrics
Omemma by Chandler Moore lyrics
Marhaba lyrics
xxxtentacion Hope lyrics

Commas by Ayra Starr lyrics
Twe Twe lyrics
Abanikanda lyrics
New national anthem of nigeria lyrics
Favourite girl remix lyrics

RECIPES

Pornstar Martini recipe
Milky Doughnut recipe
Frejon recipe
Chinchin recipe
Waffle recipe

Ofada sauce recipe
Chicken curry sauce recipe
Ikokore recipe
Edikang ikong soup recipe
Spring roll recipe

SONGS

I don’t care by Boy Spyce
Ozeba by Rema
Commas by Ayra Starr
Twe Twe by Kizz Daniel
Piece of my heart by Wizkid

Egwu by Chike
Double by Kizz Daniel
Ogechi by brown joel
Twe Twe remix ft Davido
Tshwala bam by TitoM and Yuppe

MOVIES

A Tribe Called Judah
Treasure In The Sky
Damsel
Rebel Ridge
Dune

Venom
Breath Of Life
Avatar The Last Airbender Netflix
Lisabi
The Idea Of You

SERIES

Supacell
My Demon
Queen Of Tears
Queen Woo
Shogun

Yellowstone
House Of The Dragon
Deadpool
The Boys
Marry My Husband

QUESTIONS

How much is dollar to naira today
How to get perfectly defined curls for african hair
Who won the us presidential election
How to hype up your sports team that you support
Why are ice baths good for muscle recovery

Who won the ballon d’or 2024
How many seconds are in a day
Who won the grammy award 2024
What is the meaning of steeze
How much is iphone 16

DEVICES

Iphone 16
Infinix Note 40
Redmi 13C
Redmi 14C
Infinix Hot 40

Infinix Hot 50 Pro Plus
Redmi A3
Tecno Pop 9
Tecno Spark 20
Infinix Smart 8

Google’s Perspective

Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade, Google’s Communications and Public Affairs Manager for West Africa, stated.

“The 2024 Year in Search offers a unique lens into the questions, interests, and conversations that shaped the lives of Nigerians this year. From cultural milestones to pressing concerns, these insights reflect how Search continues to be a valuable tool for users to navigate and better understand their world.”

The report underscores how Nigerians use search engines to explore topics ranging from personal controversies to national and cultural events, offering a snapshot of the nation’s evolving interests.