Atiku supports NYSC Corper after viral video criticizing Tinubu.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed support for Ushie Uguamaye, also known as Raye, an NYSC Corper who reported receiving threats after her viral video criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
In a statement shared on X on Sunday, Atiku described Raye as a symbol of a new wave of politically active Nigerian women advocating for democratic participation and accountability.
“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
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 Abubakar (@atiku) March 16, 2025
Raye, is currently serving as an NYSC Corper in Lagos, due to the viral TikTok video, in which she criticized the government’s economic policies and called Tinubu a ”Terrible leader.”
In the video shared on the TikTok account under the hashtag #talktoraye on Saturday, she expressed concern over Nigeria’s worsening economic conditions, arguing that hard work no longer guarantees financial stability.
She also questioned the government’s efforts in alleviating citizens’ hardships, which have caused intense reactions on social media.
Following the video’s circulation, Raye alleged that NYSC officials threatened her and pressured her to take down the post she made.
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