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Summary
This week’s NFM Digest spotlights stories making headlines from a film project and historic music honour to a rape confession case. It also covers a major global health appointment, shaping conversations and renewed calls for justice.
Welcome to this week’s edition of NFM Digest, where we spotlight the bold and breaking stories making headlines in the media. From creative film partnerships and historic music milestones to justice demands and global health advocacy, here are the top five stories that shaped the week:
- NFM Partners with Twenty Pounds Entertainment on Prostitution Film
Naija Feminists Media has partnered with Twenty Pounds Entertainment on a new film titled Ashawo. The movie tells the story of a surprise meeting between a young religious man and a prostitute during a university church retreat. She is smart, bold, hurt, and fully human. Their conversation under a tree opens up deep questions about how society defines purity and morality and who deserves respect.
- After Rape Confession, NAPTIP Declares Speed Darlington Wanted
NAPTIP has declared singer Speed Darlington wanted for reported offences including rape, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking. This comes after he failed to appear for questioning over a viral video in which he confessed to having sex with a minor. Authorities are urging the public to provide any useful information regarding his location.
- Angélique Kidjo to Become First African Artist Honoured on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Grammy-winning Beninese singer and global music icon Angélique Kidjo is set to make history as the first African artist to receive a star on the prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame. The 64-year-old singer, known for her dynamic fusion of West African music with funk, jazz, and R&B, was among the 35 honourees announced for the 2026 Walk of Fame class by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. The Hollywood Walk of Fame is an internationally-recognised Hollywood icon.
- Sean “Diddy” Combs Faces up to 20 years in Prison for Prostitution Convictions
Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was found guilty of two prostitution-related charges but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering in the federal trial. The verdict sparked public outrage and renewed support for survivors, including his former partner, Cassie Ventura.
- Ayoade Alakija Appointed Global Ambassador for Antimicrobial Resistance
The federal government has announced the appointment of Dr. Ayoade Alakija, a globally renowned health advocate, as its ministerial global ambassador for antimicrobial resistance (AMR). As Ministerial Global Envoy, she will sit on the Ministerial Advisory Committee for the 2026 conference and support high-level advocacy, resource mobilisation, and policy framing efforts.
