BREAKING: ‘I Will Address The Incident’ – Embattled Abia Rep Breaks Silence On Assaulting Bolt Driver

The lawmaker representing Aba North and Aba South in the House of Representatives, Hon. Alex Ikwechegh, has promised a full response to allegations circulating on social media that he assaulted a Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseye, who delivered a package to him.

Speaking to Vanguard on Monday night,  Ikwechegh stated that he has received numerous calls from across Nigeria regarding a viral video where Abuwatseye claims the lawmaker threatened and assaulted him.

The federal lawmaker stated that he will issue a comprehensive response on Tuesday to address the incident.

The controversy arose after a video surfaced showing Ikwechegh allegedly slapping and verbally insulting the driver in his Maitama residence, Abuja.

In the footage, the lawmaker is heard chastising the driver, insisting it was disrespectful for him to be asked to come outside to collect a delivery of snails.

The video further shows Ikwechegh making comments about his social status, reportedly threatening to “make the driver disappear” without consequences.

House Of Representatives Reacts To Controversy Over Lawmaker Who ‘Assaulted’ Bolt Driver

Meanwhile, the House of Representatives has officially responded to the allegations of assault involving Alex Ikwechegh, the member representing Aba North/South Federal Constituency of Abia State, following a viral video that captured him assaulting Stephen Abuwatseya, a Bolt driver.

In a statement issued on Monday evening, Rotimi Akin Rotimi, Jr, the spokesman for the House of Representatives, announced that an investigation into the matter was underway.

The statement reads, “The House of Representatives is monitoring media reports concerning an alleged incident involving Rep. Alex Ikwechegh (APGA, Abia). These reports, which have garnered widespread media coverage and public attention, detail accusations of a physical confrontation with an e-hailing driver, Citizen Stephen Abuwatseya, and the use of threatening language.

“The 10th Assembly, House of Representatives, takes these allegations very seriously. As elected officials, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct and accountability in our official engagements and privately. Any behaviour that falls short of these standards is a matter of concern, and we are committed to addressing such issues with the utmost seriousness.

“We are aware that the matter is now before the Nigeria Police, and we urge the public to allow the due process of investigation to unfold. We welcome further engagement from the public on the subject, which can be shared via email at [email protected], [email protected], even as we continue to monitor the situation.

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