Sowore accompanies Lagos corper to NYSC office over viral video criticizing Tinubu Gov’t

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has declared his support for Ushie Rita Uguamaye, popularly known as Raye, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member facing criticism over her viral video condemning President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

In a video shared on X on Monday, Sowore revealed that he had met with Uguamaye in Lagos and would accompany her to the NYSC Local Government Inspector’s office alongside a legal team.

“The journey with youth Corper, Ushie Rita Uguamaye, has commenced in Lagos. She is scheduled to appear before the LGI today, and we will escort her to their offices. We are all en route with attorneys,” Sowore wrote.

Uguamaye had sparked online debates after posting a TikTok video lamenting the country’s economic struggles and openly criticising Tinubu’s leadership. She later claimed to have received threats over her remarks.

She also shared a screenshot of an invitation from the NYSC, summoning her to appear before the Local Government Inspector at Eti Osa 3 on Monday at 10:00 a.m.

Sowore’s involvement has further amplified the controversy, raising concerns about potential repercussions from the NYSC or other authorities.

As of now, the NYSC has not issued any official statement on the matter.