The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has withheld the Certificate of National Service of Lagos corps member, Miss Ushie Rita Uguamaye, popularly known as “Raye”, extending her service year by two months.

In a statement on Sunday, the NYSC explained that the sanction was imposed for her failure to attend the April 2025 biometric clearance, in line with the NYSC Bye-Laws.

The scheme dismissed claims that she was being targeted for criticising President Bola Tinubu’s administration, noting that 131 corps members nationwide had their certificates withheld for similar disciplinary reasons.

“This extension is a standard procedure and not unique to her case. Equal treatment has been applied to all affected corps members,” the statement read.

Raye, who gained public attention in March after posting a viral video criticising the government over worsening economic conditions, must now complete the additional two months before qualifying for her certificate.

The NYSC urged the public not to politicise the matter, stressing that sanctions for non-compliance with clearance obligations are longstanding practice.