Tinubu NYSC petition 2025
Published on Sep 5, 2025 • Education
Rita Uguamaye, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member popularly known as Corper Raye, has petitioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over what she calls an “unlawful and politically motivated” extension of her service year.
She submitted the petition through her lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, accusing NYSC officials of abuse of power and victimisation.
The Petition
The document, titled “Appeal Against the Unlawful Extension of the Service Year of Corps Member Ushie Rita Uguamaye with State Code Number LA/24B/8325,” explains her case.
Uguamaye said NYSC extended her service year by two months. Officials claimed she failed to report for biometric clearance in April 2025.
She denies this claim. According to her, she presented herself for clearance on April 7, 2025, but Local Government Inspector Veronica Abela refused to screen her.
Her lawyer added that this denial came shortly after she criticised government policies, describing it as targeted harassment.
Alleged Retaliation
The petition also states that the Lagos State NYSC Coordinator threatened to extend her service year. Soon after, the extension was carried out.
On August 11, 2025, she filed a petition to the NYSC Director-General asking for a review. She has not received a response.
Counsel Speaks
Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong said the NYSC’s action violated Uguamaye’s constitutional rights to free expression and fair hearing.
“If this extension stands, it will set a dangerous precedent for democracy,” Effiong warned.
He urged President Tinubu to act quickly. He also noted that the silence of NYSC leadership suggests approval of political retaliation.
Effiong warned that he may take the matter to court if his client does not get justice.
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