Alex Ikwechegh: National Assembly Takes Action on Lawmaker Who Assaulted Bolt Driver

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  • The House of Representatives has condemned its member caught in a viral video assaulting an e-hailing driver
  • Akin Rotimi Jr, the spokesperson of the House, said the national assembly takes the allegation of assault seriously and condemned the development
  • According to Rotimi Jr, the House is monitoring the situation and urged the public to remain calm and allow the police to do their job

The House of Representatives has swiftly condemned the assault on an e-hailing driver by one of its members, Alex Ikwechegh.

A viral video showed Ikwechegh physically confronting and threatening Stephen Abuwatseya, sparking widespread outrage.

In response, the House of Representatives issued a statement expressing serious concern over the incident. Its spokesperson, Akin Rotimi Jr, said the House takes allegations of misconduct seriously and holds its members to high standards of ethical conduct and accountability.

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Reps speak on member who assaulted a Bolt Driver Photo Credit: @ChidiOdinkaluSource: Facebook

The House urged the public to allow the police investigation to unfold and invited further feedback via email. The lawmaker from Abia state is in police custody at the Maitama Police Station undergoing questioning.

Reps speak on lawmaker assaulting driver

Addressing the issue, the House reaffirmed its commitment to upholding strong values and uniting against any behaviour that falls short of accepted standards.

The statement released by the green chamber reads in part:

“We remain dedicated to upholding the values of accountability, transparency, and ethical behaviour that define the 10th Assembly, House of Representatives. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.”

Read the full statement here:

Recall that the police earlier said investigation continues into the case and promised to update the public in due course.

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