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Summary
This week’s NFM Weekly Digest spotlights a viral domestic abuse case, Super Falcons’ WAFCON victory, political and gender advocacy wins, and a major NAFDAC raid uncovering N1bn worth of fake chemicals.
From cases of domestic violence to victories on the football pitch, this week has been filled with headlines that spark concern, celebration, and critical conversation.
Catch up on the top five stories that defined the week.
- Police Inspector, Olowookere Michael, Caught Beating Wife in Viral Footage
A disturbing case of domestic abuse has emerged involving a serving Nigerian police officer, Inspector Olowookere Michael, who was caught on video violently assaulting his wife in front of their children after she requested financial support to pay for their school fees.
In the video, the officer is seen unleashing brutal blows on his wife, while their children wail in fear and plead for their mother to be spared. He has been detained by the Nigerian Police Force as investigations into the incident are currently ongoing.
- WAFCON 2024: Super Falcon Begin Title Quest with 3–0 Win Over Tunisia
The Super Falcons of Nigeria kicked off their 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign with a commanding 3–0 victory over Tunisia in their opening Group B match on July 6, 2025. Asisat Oshoala opened the scoring early in the fourth minute, followed by a well-placed goal from Rinsola Babajide just before halftime. Substitute Chinwendu Ihezuo sealed the win in the 84th minute with a tidy finish from an Ashleigh Plumptre cross. With this result, Nigeria sits at the top of Group B as they aim for a record-extending 10th WAFCON title.
- Dr Oby Ezekwesili Congratulates Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on Political Victory, as Court Orders ReinstatementÂ
Former Minister of Education, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, has congratulated Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on her political victory, describing her as a symbol of democratic resilience. In a tweet, Dr Oby Ezekwesili praised the senator’s unwavering stance against injustice and commended her for modelling the strength citizens must possess to challenge abuse of power.
- NCWS, ActionAid Advocate for Women’s Inclusion at Constitution Review Hearing
At the South-West Zonal Public Hearing on the 1999 Constitution Review held in Lagos, women-led organisations, including National Societies of Women and Action Aid, advocated for gender equity in governance. A key highlight was the Reserved Seats Bill, which seeks to constitutionally guarantee two additional seats for women in each State House of Assembly. Stakeholders emphasised that increased political participation for women is essential for building an inclusive and balanced democracy in Nigeria.
- NAFDAC Uncovers N1bn Fake Chemicals, Expired Food Flavours in Lagos Raid
NAFDAC uncovered a large-scale illegal operation in Lagos, involving the sale and repackaging of fake and expired chemicals, food flavourings, unauthorised fertilisers, and pharmaceutical raw materials worth over N1 billion. The raid followed credible intelligence and revealed serious public health risks, including the presence of controlled substances and expired additives used in food and drug production. NAFDAC warned that the expired products cannot be revalidated and must be destroyed.
Summary: This week’s NFM Weekly Digest spotlights a viral domestic abuse case, Super Falcons’ WAFCON victory, political and gender advocacy wins, and a major NAFDAC raid uncovering N1bn worth of fake chemicals.
