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As we mark our first anniversary, we are spotlighting our top five most-read stories, covering gender-based violence, feminist leadership, and inspirational success stories. These stories reflect a year of impactful journalism and a strong commitment to advocacy, education, and awareness.
As we mark our first anniversary at Naija Feminists Media (NFM), we reflect on a year of bold reporting, feminist advocacy, and women-centred storytelling. Since launching in 2024, we’ve published over 1,000 stories, from media literacy and activism to active reporting and projects.
To celebrate this milestone, we’re spotlighting the top five most-read stories that captured attention, sparked conversations, and amplified the voices we’re here for.
- 15-year-old Goodluck Bisong breaks into neighbour’s home, rapes 14-year-old girl to near death
On August 28, 2024, 15-year-old Goodluck Bisong was taken into custody by the military for battering and raping a 14-year-old girl to near death in Ebonyi State. Goodluck, the son of an army official, forced entry into his neighbour’s house by tearing the net of their window. Upon seeing 14-year-old Mercy Vangervihi fast asleep, he snuck into the house’s kitchen, picked up a pestle, and entered Mercy’s room. He then hit Mercy with the pestle and raped her while she was in bed. Our report eventually sparked global conversations on male violence against women and girls. It also led to a crowdfunding of N3.2million for the medical intervention of the survivor.
- Feminist, Deputy Speaker of Ekiti State Youth Parliament, Damilola Agbaje, Passes On
The Deputy Speaker of the Ekiti State Youth Parliament, RT. HON. Oluwadamilola Fatimat Agbaje, a renowned feminist popularly known on Twitter as “Gen-Z Honourable,” passed away on June 11, 2025. She was known for her excellence in law, leadership, and activism and will be remembered for her exceptional intellect, commitment to advocacy and equity, and legacy in youth development and public service.
- Man Kills Girlfriend, Posts Confession Video on Facebook Before Taking His Own Life
On December 17, 2024, a South African man killed his girlfriend and confessed to the crime in a video shared on Facebook. The man, identified as Sibusiso Lawrence, visibly bloodstained, posted footage of his girlfriend’s wounded body with her throat slit. Hours later, Sibusiso was found dead, having hanged himself in the Malangeni area, a short distance from where his girlfriend’s body was discovered.
- The Rise of Prudent Gabriel: From Waitress to Fashion Guru
Prudent Gabriel is a renowned Nigerian fashion entrepreneur, designer, and motivational speaker. Despite a difficult childhood marked by poverty, emotional hardship, and early responsibility, she developed resilience and ambition. After struggling with education and failed relocation plans, she worked as a waitress and farmer before teaching herself fashion design using scraps and free online content.
Her breakthrough came with her successful ready-to-wear line, which led to the launch of Prudential Fashion Academy in 2020. Today, she has trained over 150 fashion designers, boasts a net worth of $75,000, and has styled notable celebrities. Prudent has earned multiple awards, including Forbes Africa’s Top 30 Under 30 Entrepreneurs (2024).
- Baltasar Ebang Fired! Equatorial Guinea dismisses ANIF boss for sexual misconduct
Baltasar Ebang Engonga, the Director-General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF) in Equatorial Guinea, was dismissed over a sex scandal that involved multiple videos of him being intimate with different women.
Baltasar, who was originally taken into custody over suspected fraud allegations by the government, was found in charge of over 300 videos of him having sexual intercourse with multiple women in different locations, including his office, hotel rooms, and restrooms.
In just one year, we have made a meaningful impact through thorough reporting and by telling women-centred stories free from bias. As we grow, we remain committed to shaping a more informed, feminist media landscape one story at a time.
Our stories remain available on the website, ready for you to read, learn from, and share. If you would like to support our work, consider donating or sharing our stories.
