ATIKU RALLIES SUPPORT FOR LAGOS CORPER FACING THREATS OVER VIRAL VIDEO CRITICISING TINUBU’S GOVT
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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has voiced his support for Ushie Uguamaye, a Lagos-based National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member known as Raye, who alleged receiving threats after her viral video criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
In a statement posted on X on Sunday, Atiku commended Raye’s bravery, calling her a symbol of a new generation of politically active women dedicated to advocacy and democratic engagement.
“Raye embodies the spirit of a new generation of women who champion the ideals of popular participation and unwavering advocacy in the political sphere.
“I deeply admire her boldness and wisdom—her fearless resolve to speak truth to power, undeterred by the weight of opposition,” Atiku wrote.
The former presidential candidate compared Raye to renowned female activists like Gambo Sawaba, Funmilayo Ransom-Kuti, and Margaret Ekpo, who were instrumental in shaping Nigeria’s political history.
Atiku emphasized the need to support Raye rather than subject her to hostility.
“Rather than being met with hostility, Raye deserves encouragement and support. She is a shining emblem of the Nigerian youth—a testament to the long-held promise that the leaders of tomorrow are already among us, ready to shape a better future,” Atiku said.
Raye, a NYSC member serving in Lagos, recently gained attention after a video she posted criticizing government policies went viral.
She later alleged that she received threats, reportedly from NYSC officials, who pressured her to take down the video.
In the video, shared on her TikTok account (@talktoraye) on Saturday, Raye expressed frustration over Nigeria’s worsening economic conditions, stating that hard work no longer guarantees financial stability.
She also criticized President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, calling him a “terrible leader” and questioning the government’s commitment to alleviating citizens’ hardships.
As of now, authorities have not responded to her claims.
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