NFM Weekly Top Stories: Breaking Records, Fighting Injustice, and Shaping Conversations

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This week, Nigeria witnessed historic achievements, legal battles, and political debates, from Ololade Ayelabola’s Guinness World Record and Simisola Gbadamosi’s Emmy nomination to Senator Natasha’s UN appeal, NFM’s discussion on rape culture, and the court-ordered arrest of VeryDarkMan.

This week in Nigeria, history was made, voices were raised, and justice was pursued. From record-breaking achievements in fashion and entertainment to critical discussions on gender-based violence and political accountability, these are the top stories shaping conversations across the nation.

  1. Ololade Ayelabola Sets Guinness World Record for Longest Catwalk

Ololade Ayelabola, a University of Lagos graduate, set a Guinness World Record for the longest distance walked on a catwalk by a model, covering 125.11 km in Lagos. Her attempt, inspired by discrimination in the modelling industry, showcased outfits from Nigerian designers, including a collection from UNILAG’s Theatre Arts Department.

  1. NFM X-Space Discussion: Strategies for Dismantling Rape Culture in Nigeria

To mark International Women’s Day, Naija Feminist Media hosted an X-Space discussion on deconstructing rape culture in Nigeria’s political climate. With over 100 participants, the discussion explored legal reforms, media accountability, and activism as tools to combat gender-based violence.

  1. 13-year-old Simisola Gbadamosi Becomes Youngest Nigerian Emmy Nominee

Simisola Gbadamosi made history as the youngest Nigerian to be nominated for an Emmy Award. The 13-year-old received a nomination for her role as Tola Martins in Disney+ animated series Iwájú. The award ceremony took place on March 15, 2025, in Los Angeles.

  1. Senator Natasha Takes Case Against Akpabio to the United Nations

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has taken her fight for justice to the UN, calling out her suspension as an attempt to silence women in politics. Speaking at the Women in Parliament session during the Inter-Parliamentary Union meeting, she highlighted gender discrimination and political retaliation in Nigeria’s governance.

  1. Court Orders Arrest of VeryDarkMan Over Defamation Allegations

A magistrate court in Abuja has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of social media activist Martins Otse, aka VeryDarkMan, over a defamation case filed by gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. Alongside the criminal case, Mercy Chinwo has filed a ₦1.1 billion civil lawsuit, demanding damages, a retraction, and a public apology.

From breaking barriers in fashion and entertainment to legal battles shaping Nigeria’s media and political landscape, this week’s stories reflect the ongoing fight for representation, accountability, and justice. Read more of our stories here.

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