Earlier this year, when Raye, the outspoken corps member, trended for criticising Nigeria’s cost of living, she became an activist in the eyes of many and received accolades. Now, the tables have turned after she posted pictures of herself beside a sleek Mercedes-Benz, which she recently bought.
On the same social media platform where she became the symbol of resistance against bad governance, an inquiry into her source of income quickly opened, with many questioning her capacity to afford such a car.
“Raye was crying a few months ago about not being able to afford data and food, now she’s cruising in a Benz? No way that 77k allowance turned into four wheels overnight, but y’all will still call it “hard work” instead of what it really is,” one user posted.
Others insinuated that the car must have been “gifted” to her by a mystery man.
This train of thought is far from new on social media; it’s the usual disbelief that often greets young Nigerians, especially women, when they achieve success.
Raye’s Rise To Popularity
In the comments under Raye’s Instagram post, you can sense the disbelief. “How much is NYSC allowance again?”
