After Slamming Govt, Corper Raye Cries Out Over Alleged Blacklisting

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Raye, a serving corps member under the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has found herself in the spotlight for more reasons than one this time, not for praise but for the backlash following her candid criticism of Nigeria’s current economic state.  

The viral video in which she voiced frustration over the cost of living and the government’s handling of the economy resonated with many citizens but appears to have ruffled feathers within certain influential circles. 

According to Raye, the ripple effects have been swift and unsettling. She says her brand deals have dried up, some influencers are avoiding her, and collaborations she once counted on have quietly disappeared.  

Though her NYSC status remains unaffected officially, the social consequences have been difficult to ignore. “It’s like I’ve become a risk to be associated with,” she said, hinting at a growing culture of silence where creators fear the repercussions of being outspoken.  

Despite the backlash, Raye maintains her position. She insists her aim was to reflect the struggles of the everyday Nigerian, not to antagonize those in power. “I only said what many others feel but are afraid to say,” she noted, standing firm in the face of rejection and criticism.  

Her experience has sparked renewed interest in the limits of freedom of speech, especially for young Nigerians navigating careers in content creation while also participating in national service. 

Many are now wondering if civic engagement is possible without personal or professional loss. 

 

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For Raye, the journey may be turbulent for now, but her voice has become part of a larger conversation one that challenges the balance between truth-telling, survival, and the politics of influence in today’s Nigeria.