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Lagos Corper Alleges Threats Over Viral Video Criticising Tinubu’s Government

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6 months ago

March 16, 2025

A Lagos-based National Youth Service Corps member, Ushie Uguamaye, has raised concerns over alleged threats following her viral video criticising President Bola Tinubu’s government over inflation and economic hardship.

In a video shared on her TikTok account #talktoraye on Saturday, Uguamaye expressed frustration over Nigeria’s worsening economic conditions, lamenting that hard work seems futile amid financial struggles.

She openly criticised Tinubu, calling him a “terrible leader,” and questioned the government’s efforts to alleviate citizens’ suffering.

Additionally, she described Lagos State as a “smelling state,” complaining about its odour and poor living conditions.

Shortly after her video gained traction, Uguamaye alleged that she began receiving threats, reportedly from NYSC officials, pressuring her to take down the content.

Frustrated by the backlash, she took to Instagram #iamraye__ to express her disappointment at what she described as attempts to silence her, insisting that she only spoke the truth about Nigeria’s realities.

She wrote, “Dear Nigerians, I am already getting threatened by the NYSC board to stop speaking on this issue. Less than 24 hours, I’m already getting threatened by the government starting with the NYSC board!.

“Dear Nigerians, they have my address. In case you guys don’t see me online, please you know who to hold accountable. I didn’t do anything wrong I just asked that they work on the inflation.

“Why can’t I speak up? Being an NYSC corper doesn’t mean I signed up my right to complain.

“Why can’t the government listen to the critics of its citizens? They believe they have a chain on me, which is NYSC, and they are using it to hold me. #officialasiwajubat I didn’t do anything wrong. I criticised your government and I demand that we are being heard.”

She added, “Deleting this content is of no use: because they already know me. However, deleting it means whatever they do to me, nobody would know. If they decide to give me a hefty punishment, nobody would know because I used my own hands to cover it by deleting what I started.

“She’s asking people to Identify me? I’m not a criminal. Reading the NYSC rules, I didn’t commit any crime. Ask the NYSC lady to stop asking people to point me out, ATP she’s acting scary.

“All I did was lament, all I did was complain. I’m getting tons of messages like this from my fellow corpers. What is wrong with just one person complaining? Why are they looking for me like I’m a criminal? I’m not dumb.

“I made sure to not accuse the government of anything maliciously! I questioned them. I asked questions. As an NYSC Corper, I didn’t sign off my freedom of speech.

“Leave me alone bruh. they keep calling me and I’ve switched of my phones now they are texting me my personal details on WhatsApp to inform me they know me well.

“Dear NYSC if you say a corper has faulted, you wouldn’t treat them like this and scare them! You are scaring me for my dear life. Please, leave me alone. You told me to report to the office on Monday. Okay! What else? Why are you looking for me? I just exercised my right to using the ‘Freedom of Speech’
this is the right of every citizen. Except they tell me being an NYSC Corper removes me from being a citizen.”

Her allegations have sparked widespread debate on social media, with many Nigerians questioning whether the NYSC is suppressing free speech among corps members.

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Edo Deputy Gov Orders Restoration Of Water Supply To Health Facility

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16 minutes ago

September 9, 2025

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Edo State deputy governor, Hon. Dennis Idahosa has ordered the immediate restoration of regular water supply to General Hospital, Iguobazuwa, Ovia South West local Government Area of the state.

The deputy governor’s order followed complaints of inadequate water supply to the health facility by patients and staff of the hospital during an on the spot assessment of the hospital by the Idahosa on Tuesday.

In a statement made available to newsmen by his Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, the deputy governor was said to have assured the people of the Governor Monday Okpebholo-led administration’ collaboration with critical stakeholders to boost health care in the state.

Idahosa, who noted that the revitalisation of the state’s health care sector was part of the SHINE agenda of the governor, expressed satisfaction with the level of work at the hospital.

The deputy governor, while reiterating the commitment of Okpebholo-led government to improving the livelihoods of the people, disclosed, “We came today on oversight, to see the current situation of the hospital, and, it is clear the hospital needs some transformation.

“This is the major hospital that services the entire region. The traffic is quite high. So, we were asked to come here today to inspect the hospital today by His Excellency, the Executive Governor.

“It is his mandate and in line with his campaign promises to ensure that all the thirty four hospitals across Edo State meet the highest standard.

“Based on that, we are here, and the assessment is good, and, we will do the needful to ensure that what is needed is put in place.”

Earlier at a stopover at the resident of the Odionwere of Iguobazuwa, Pa Edward Igbinovia, the deputy governor, has assured of the government readiness to transform the general hospital.

According to him, the hospital will be provided with a perimeter fence, renovation of the doctors quarters and provision of solar powered lighting to boost efficiency.

The Ag. Medical Director, Dr. Daniel Moses commended the government on the promises to transform the hospital

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UNIBEN Releases Screening Results, Begins Admission Process

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42 minutes ago

September 9, 2025

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The University of Benin has released the results of its just-concluded Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening test, with scores now accessible on candidates’ UNIBEN portal pages.

The institution’s Public Relations Officer, Benedicta Ehanire, announced this on Tuesday via a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Benin.

Ehanire, however, urged candidates to disregard the “NOT ADMITTED” status currently appearing on their slips.

She clarified that the admission process had officially commenced and would run until Oct. 31, in line with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board schedule.

According to her, all candidates who scored 50 per cent and above in the screening are eligible for consideration, subject to the recommended admission guidelines.

“Further details on the admission process will be released in due course,” she said.

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FULL LIST: FG Releases Approved Subjects For Basic, Senior Secondary Education

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1 hour ago

September 9, 2025

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The Federal Government has released the authentic and approved subject offerings for Nigeria’s newly revised Basic and Senior Secondary Education Curriculum, warning stakeholders against fake versions in circulation.

In a press release on Monday, the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council said: “We fervently call on all critical stakeholders to disregard any other fake and unauthentic list that is at variance with the authentic and approved list provided above.”

The reforms, undertaken by the Federal Ministry of Education (FME) under its National Education Sector Reform Initiatives (NESRI), are designed to reduce overload and ensure “positive learning outcomes” for pupils across the country.

The Executive Secretary of NERDC, Professor Salisu Shehu, signed the notice on 8th September 2025, confirming that implementation will begin at the start of each 3-year education circle (Primary 1, Primary 4, JSS1, and SS1).

The NERDC cautioned against misinformation, declaring: “nationwide sensitization and teacher capacity building have been slated to commence immediately for effective implementation.”

The Council assured that the reforms mark a new phase in Nigeria’s education sector, ensuring relevance, flexibility, and skill acquisition from the earliest stages of learning.

PRIMARY SCHOOL SUBJECTS
Primary 1–3

Minimum: 9 subjects | Maximum: 10 subjects

English Studies

Mathematics

Nigerian Languages (One Nigerian Language)

Basic Science

Physical & Health Education

Christian Religious Studies (CRS) for Christian pupils / Islamic Studies (IS) for Muslim pupils

Nigerian History

Social and Citizenship Studies

Cultural & Creative Arts (CCA)

Arabic Language (Optional)

Primary 4–6

Minimum: 11 subjects | Maximum: 12 or 13 subjects

English Studies

Mathematics

Nigerian Languages (One Nigerian Language)

Basic Science and Technology

Physical & Health Education

Basic Digital Literacy

CRS (For Christian Pupils Only) / IS (For Muslim Pupils Only)

Nigerian History

Social and Citizenship Studies

Cultural & Creative Arts (CCA)

Pre-vocational Studies

French (Optional)

Arabic Language (Optional)

JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL (JSS 1–3)

Minimum: 12 subjects | Maximum: 13 or 14 subjects

English Studies

Mathematics

Nigerian Languages (One Nigerian Language)

Intermediate Science

Physical & Health Education

Digital Technologies

CRS (For Christian Pupils Only) / IS (For Muslim Pupils Only)

Nigerian History

Social and Citizenship Studies

Cultural & Creative Arts (CCA)

Trade Subjects (Choose one):

Solar Photovoltaic Installation & Maintenance

Fashion Design & Garment Making

Livestock Farming

Beauty & Cosmetology

Computer Hardware & GSM Repairs

Horticulture & Crop Production

Business Studies

French (Optional)

Arabic Language (Optional)

SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL
5 Core and Compulsory Subjects

English Language

General Mathematics

One Trade Subject

Citizenship and Heritage Studies

Digital Technologies

Science

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Agriculture

Further Mathematics

Physical Education

Health Education

Foods & Nutrition

Geography

Technical Drawing

Humanities

Nigerian History

Government

Christian Religious Studies

Islamic Studies

One Nigerian Language

French

Arabic

Visual Arts

Music

Literature in English

Home Management

Catering Craft

Business

Accounting

Commerce

Marketing

Economics

Trade Subjects (Choose one)

Solar Photovoltaic Installation & Maintenance

Fashion Design & Garment Making

Livestock Farming

Beauty & Cosmetology

Computer Hardware & GSM Repairs

Horticulture & Crop Production

FG, stakeholders bicker

Meanwhile, the Federal Government, on September 1, said it had completed a comprehensive review of school curricula for basic, senior secondary and technical education aimed to make Nigerian learners “future-ready.”

Some teachers and parents have shown their criticism of the FG over the sudden introduction of the new national curriculum, saying they were not consulted in the process and warning that schools are ill-prepared for immediate implementation.

However, the FG insisted that the implementation of the new curriculum for basic, secondary, and technical education will begin with the 2025/2026 academic session.