Reps calls for calm as police begins investigation into lawmaker’s assault on Bolt driver

The House of Representatives has urged Nigerians to allow the Nigeria Police Force to conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged assault involving lawmaker Alex Ikwechegh and Bolt driver Stephen Abuwatseya.

The House expressed concern over the incident, which included threats made by Ikwechegh.

The police have since detained the lawmaker and initiated an investigation.

The House emphasized its commitment to high ethical standards and accountability, encouraging public engagement on the matter.

A statement by the spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Akin Rotimi, read: “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.”