The National Youth Service Corps has denied extending the service year of a Lagos Corps member, Rita Uguamaye, also known as Raye, for criticising the administration of President Bola Tinubu.
Raya became an Internet sensation following her public criticism of the present administration, which she described as worsening economic conditions.
Uguamaye had, in a viral video shared on her TikTok account, @talktoraye, expressed frustration over Nigeria’s worsening economic conditions, lamenting the high inflation and economic hardship.
Uguamaye had also criticised the President by describing him as a “terrible leader” while questioning the government’s efforts to alleviate the hardship faced by the citizens.
According to Punch, Embu said the decision to extend a corps member’s service year is made when such a person is passing out, and Rita is not passing out yet.
She disclosed that there are guidelines that would be followed if such an action were to be taken.
According to the publication, Embu said, “Who is Sowore? Does he work with the NYSC? So, how come you are listening to him? I don’t understand how she will get an extension if she is still serving.
“NYSC is not an irresponsible organisation; we work with rules and regulations. She is still serving; if she has any issues, we will wait and see.”
