Abia Lawmaker, Alex Mascot Ikwechegh is in the custody of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police command over an assault on a Bolt driver.
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A viral video on Monday showed a man who identified himself as Ikwechegh assaulting Stephen Abuwatseya, a Bolt driver, threatening to “make him disappear”without facing any consequences.
The incident occurred on October 27 in the Maitama district of the nation’s capital.
Ikwechegh, who represents Aba North & South Federal Constituency was seen slapping the driver who came to deliver an order when he requested the delivery fee, querying if the driver knew who he was talking to.
In a statement on Monday by the FCT police command spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, the police said investigation had commenced into the matter.
She added that already, preliminary investigation revealed that Abuwatseya was delivering a package to Ikwegh when a dispute arose concerning the method of delivery.
Adeh said, “The FCT Police Command has received a report at the Maitama Divisional Headquarters regarding an incident involving a Bolt driver, Mr. Stephen Abuwatseya, and Hon. Alexander Ikwegh, who represents the Aba North and South Federal Constituency in Abia State. The incident occurred on October 27, 2024, at a residence on Zamfara Crescent, Maitama, Abuja.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that Mr Abuwatseya was delivering a package to Hon. Ikwegh when a dispute arose concerning the method of delivery. During this altercation, Mr. Abuwatseya was reportedly physically assaulted.
The FCT Police Command expresses grave concern over Hon. Ikwegh’s dismissive attitude toward the office of the Inspector General of Police following the incident.
Adeh slammed the lawmaker for bringing the name of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun into disrepute by daring the driver to make calls through to him after slapping him.
She said, “After allegedly slapping the victim, he reportedly remarked with contempt, “You can go ahead and call the Inspector General of Police,” demonstrating a troubling disregard for the authority of law enforcement.
“Currently, the suspect is at the Maitama Police Station undergoing questioning.”
Adeh added that CP Tunji Disu has ordered a thorough investigation into the matter.
She said, “Commissioner of Police, FCT, CP Olatunji Disu, has mandated a thorough investigation into the matter.
“The Command is committed to conducting an impartial investigation and ensuring justice in all cases. Upon completion of the investigation, appropriate legal action will be taken.”
Nnamdi Maduakor is a Writer, Investor and Entrepreneur
