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By Olugbenga Adeolu<\/p>\n

March 17, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

A Lagos-based National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Ushie Rita Uguamaye, has alleged receiving threats after posting a TikTok video criticising President Bola Tinubu.<\/p>\n

She claimed that NYSC officials pressured her to delete the video and that her personal information was leaked.<\/p>\n

Additionally, she was reportedly summoned by the NYSC, raising concerns over possible disciplinary action.<\/p>\n

In her widely circulated video, Uguamaye described Tinubu as a \u201cterrible leader\u201d and highlighted Nigeria\u2019s worsening economic crisis.<\/p>\n

She pointed to soaring inflation, unaffordable food prices, and increasing hardship as evidence of the administration\u2019s failure.<\/p>\n

The video struck a chord with many Nigerians, reflecting growing frustration over the state of the economy.<\/p>\n

Presidential aide\u2019s controversial remarks<\/strong><\/p>\n

The situation escalated further when Temitope Ajayi, a media aide to President Tinubu, called for “capital punishment” under NYSC rules in response to Uguamaye\u2019s actions.<\/p>\n

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His statement triggered widespread outrage, with many interpreting it as an extreme reaction to a citizen expressing her grievances.<\/p>\n

Ajayi later clarified that he meant expulsion as the maximum penalty, but his initial remarks had already fueled public criticism.<\/p>\n

Public backlash and support<\/strong><\/p>\n

The threats against Uguamaye have sparked strong reactions from political leaders, labour groups, and human rights organisations:<\/p>\n

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar praised Uguamaye\u2019s courage, likening her to historic female activists and urging the government not to victimize her.<\/p>\n

Labour Party\u2019s Peter Obi condemned the government\u2019s response, stating that silencing critics has become a norm under Tinubu\u2019s administration, recalling his own experiences of intimidation as proof of growing repression.<\/p>\n

The Trade Union Congress (TUC) defended Uguamaye, attributing her frustration to the harsh economic realities faced by Nigerians, as the union called for greater tolerance for public criticism.<\/p>\n

Human rights lawyers and Amnesty International have also denounced the threats against Uguamaye, emphasising that free speech is a fundamental right in a democratic society.<\/p>\n

The NYSC has yet to issue an official statement on the matter.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Ajayi continues to face backlash over his remarks, with critics arguing that his rhetoric reflects a dangerous trend of intolerance toward dissent.<\/p>\n

The incident has reignited debates about free speech, democratic accountability, and the government\u2019s handling of criticism.<\/p>\n

As public pressure mounts, many are keenly watching whether the NYSC will take action against Uguamaye or respect her constitutional right to express her views.<\/p>\n

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