Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has voiced his support for Ushie Rita Uguamaye, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member facing criticism after her viral video criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
Sowore, who shared a video on X on Monday, announced that he had met Uguamaye in Lagos and would accompany her to the NYSC Local Government Inspector’s office with a team of attorneys.
Sowore captioned the video:
“The journey with youth Corper, Ushie Rita Uguamaye, has commenced in Lagos. She is scheduled to appear before the LGI (Local Government Inspector) today, and we will escort her to their offices. We are all en route with attorneys.”
Uguamaye, also known as Raye, gained widespread attention after posting a TikTok video where she expressed concerns about Nigeria’s economic crisis and criticized President Tinubu’s leadership.
She later revealed she had received threats following the video, sparking debates on free speech and political dissent in Nigeria.
Uguamaye also shared a screenshot of an invitation from the NYSC to appear before the LGI office in Eti Osa on Monday at 10:00 a.m.
Sowore’s involvement has intensified public interest in the case, highlighting concerns over the possible consequences Uguamaye may face from the NYSC or other authorities. As of now, the NYSC has not issued an official statement regarding the matter.
