Alex Ikwechegh’s assault of cab driver, a disgrace to South- East – Ohanaeze
Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the umbrella Igbo socio-cultural organization, has described the assault of the House of Representatives member, Alex Ikwechegh, of a cab driver in Abuja, condemnable, and called for his immediate arrest and prosecution.
Hon. Ikwechegh, who represents Aba North and South Federal Constituency in the House, slapped Stephen Abuwatseya, a Bolt driver, in Abuja. The cab driver was assaulted during the delivery of a package to the lawmaker in Maitama area of Abuja.
A hot exchange had ensued between the lawmaker and the cab driver, Abuwatseya, during the delivery of a package, which resulted in the lawmaker assaulting the cab driver, threatening that he could make him disappear from Nigeria.
A statement by Ohanaeze’s factional Secretary-General, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, urged the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to invite the lawmaker for questioning.
Isiguzoro said this is necessary because of the barrage and pervasive scourge of hate speech, violence, and intimidation in the society.
“Ohanaeze stands united in its unwavering commitment to justice, respect, and the cultural integrity of the Igbo people.
“We have been appalled by the shocking and unacceptable behavior displayed by Honorable Alex Ikwechegh, the member of the House of Representatives representing Aba North and South, who has been implicated in a violent altercation with an Uber driver in Abuja, Mr. Stephen Abuwatseya.
“This incident, characterized by the use of threatening language and physical aggression, not only endangers the life of an individual but also tarnishes the reputation of the Southeast region.
“It is vital to emphasize that the actions of Rep Ikwechegh stand in stark contrast to the cherished norms and values that define us as a people.
“As Igbo, we are driven by principles of respect, communal harmony, and the protection of the vulnerable.
“The reported assault on Mr. Abuwatseya reflects not merely a personal failing but a broader societal issue that must be addressed with the utmost seriousness.
“Allowing such behavior to go unchecked would signal a dangerous precedent that undermines the rule of law and erodes public trust in our elected representatives.
“Ohanaeze Ndigbo unequivocally asserts that there is no amount of image management or public relations maneuvering that can protect Rep Ikwechegh from his rightful confrontation with the law.
“Public servants must be held to the highest standards of behavior, particularly when they wield authority over others,” the statement said.
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