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Corps member Ushie apologises for calling Lagos ‘smelling state’

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March 18, 2025
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“They move in, mess it up, call it smelly” – Lagos govt reacts to Corps Member Outburst
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A Lagos-based National Youth Service Corps member, Ushie Uguamaye also known as Raye, who went viral last week for her criticism of the government, has apologised for “talking down” on Lagos.

Uguamaye, in a video called President Bola Ahmed Tinubu a “terrible leader” and questioning the government’s commitment to tackling the biting economy.

She lamented the poor living conditions in Lagos and argued that the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme is not “beneficial”.

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Her outburst led to mixed reactions from government circles, the NYSC, and Nigerians living in Lagos state.

However, taking to Instagram on Monday, Raye acknowledged that her words may have offended Lagos residents and expressed regret over her choice of language.

She clarified that her intention was not to insult those who call Lagos home but to share her honest observation as a visitor.

She explained that the controversial remark was part of a broader initiative, a 30-day rant challenge aimed at spotlighting pressing issues in Nigeria.

Her goal, she said, was to be heard and to inspire conversations about the country’s worsening economic conditions.

She wrote, “I want to first of all state that I am sorry to the people who were born and raised in Lagos State if you feel offended by what I said. I am sorry.

“But as a visitor here, I could tell there was a difference in the atmosphere and quality of air here. If the way that I put it triggered your emotions and the love for your birth state, I am sorry. I didn’t mean to talk down on your birth state.”

She went on to explain that her initial plan was to post 20 videos addressing various societal concerns, hoping to spark dialogue by the 20th day.

Meanwhile, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked Tinubu administration to direct the leadership of the NYSC to immediately end the intimidation, harassment and threat against a Youth corper, Ushie Uguamaye for reportedly criticising the President over inflation and economic hardship.

SERAP made this known in a statement issued via X on Monday.

“Everyone has a right to criticize their government without fear of reprisals. Freedom of expression is a fundamental right. We’ll see in court if the threat is not immediately withdrawn.

“The NYSC board should stop treating criticism as a crime and immediately end the intimidation, harassment and threat against Ms Ushie Uguamaye.

The administration must direct the NYSC leadership to guarantee her safety and security,” the statement partly reads

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