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Summary
This week’s NFM Digest spotlights major conversations across Nigeria, from campus violence and sports updates to public health alerts, women’s empowerment, and inspiring advocacy.
This week’s edition of NFM Digest highlights stories that sparked conversations across Nigeria. From male violence against women and sports updates to urgent public health alerts, women’s empowerment, and inspiring advocacy, these stories reflect key issues shaping society today. Here are the top stories of the week:
- Male Lecturer Punch, Slap Female Student at Niger Delta University
A viral video shared on social media sparked outrage from Nigerians towards a male lecturer at Niger Delta State University (NDU). The video showed the male lecturer landing heavy punches, slaps, and headbutts on a female student during an examination in a parked exam hall.
This incident occurred due to an allegation of exam malpractice and seized mobile phone.
- World Record Holder Tobi Amusan Withdraws from Diamond League Final in Zurich
In sports, Tobi Amusan, world record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles withdrew from the Diamond League Final in Zurich. Although no official reason was given for her withdrawal, it is believed she may be taking precautions ahead of the World Championships in Tokyo next month.
- Public Health Alert: NAFDAC Warns Against Counterfeit Postinor-2 Found in Circulation
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued an urgent public alert regarding the circulation of falsified batches of POSTINOR 2 (Levonorgestrel 0.75mg), a crucial emergency contraceptive pill.
In a public health alert released on their official X handle on August 26, 2025, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) stated a report was received from the Marketing Authorisation Holder Society for Family Health (SFH) confirming that they did not import the product batch in question.
- Jemima Osunde Encourages Women to Own Careers, Not become Housewives
Nigerian actress Jemima Osunde urged women to pursue their own careers and financial independence rather than aspiring to be housewives. She stated that the idea of being financially supported in today’s economy is unrealistic, stating that there are not enough wealthy men to support all women financially.
- From Fabrics to Advocacy: Omobolaji Bowale-Kalejaiye Breaking Barriers as Woman with Albinism
Omobolaji Bowale-Kalejaiye, a contestant in the upcoming Albinism Beauty Pageant, is using her fabric business and advocacy to inspire others and break barriers. She addressed the false belief that people with albinism are blind, and encourages young girls to embrace their beauty and purpose.
Omobolaji also hopes the pageant will open doors for her both in Nigeria and internationally, helping her gain recognition for her advocacy and work with brands that support people with albinism.
