- Lawyer Stan Alieke feedback on the battle between Raye and the Nigerian authorities.
- He warns in regards to the dangers of criticizing the federal government whereas within the Nationwide Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
- Alieke highlights that corps members are labeled as authorities workers.
Amid the continued battle between Raye and the Nigerian authorities, lawyer Stan Alieke, previously affiliated with Velocity Darlington, has shared his perspective on the state of affairs. He cautioned towards the risks of overtly criticizing the federal government whereas serving within the Nationwide Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
In a put up on Instagram, Alieke emphasised that corps members are thought-about authorities workers and, as such, should adhere to employment laws. These insurance policies prohibit them from ensuring statements towards their employer—the federal government.
“A corp member is an worker of the federal government; you earn stipends from the federal government. So, as per employment coverage, you’re restricted from saying some issues towards your employer, which is the federal government. This isn’t simply peculiar to the federal government; in some organizations, you’re restricted from criticizing or making a public look towards the group. If not, you’ll be queried or fired,” he said.
Whereas Alieke admitted that the legality of those restrictions is open to dialogue, he emphasised that “guidelines are guidelines, and when you enroll, it is advisable to adhere to them.”
He cautioned Raye to recollect this and never let social media sway her into making everlasting errors.
“My candid recommendation to the NYSC woman is that she ought to know this reality and never let herself be misled by social media help. They will solely use you for clout, help you to your doom, after which abandon you.”
Alieke additionally cautioned that being faraway from the NYSC would possibly result in lasting results, equivalent to challenges find employment in Nigeria.
“If NYSC kicks you out, your choices of getting some jobs in Nigeria are already restricted, as some organizations received’t make use of you with out an NYSC certificates. For additional clarification, she ought to learn her NYSC handbook.”
Raye, a member of the Nationwide Youth Service Corps, gained consideration after sharing a video the place she spoke out towards President Bola Tinubu’s authorities concerning the growing price of residing. This video prompted NYSC officers to threaten disciplinary measures, igniting a dialogue about free speech and the restrictions positioned on corps members.
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