The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Police Command has arrested Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, a House of Representatives’ member, who assaulted a Bolt driver Sunday night at his Zamfara Crescent, Maitama, Abuja.
Ikwechegh, a first-time lawmaker, was elected on the platform of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA). His party, the House, Ohanaeze Ndigbo and other noteworthy groups and individuals have condemned his action.
The followed the directive of FCT Commissioner of Police (CP), Olatunji Disu for thorough investigation into the matter.
Ikwechegh, who represents Aba North and South Constituency in Abia State, was invited for questioning over allegation of assault on a Bolt driver, Mr. Stephen Abuwatseya.
The police said that Abuwatseya was delivering a package to Ikwechegh when a dispute arose concerning the method of delivery.
A statement by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh said: “During this altercation, Abuwatseya was reportedly physically assaulted.
“The FCT Police Command has received a report at the Maitama Divisional Headquarters regarding an incident involving a Bolt driver, Abuwatseya, and Ikwegh, who represents the Aba North and South Constituency in Abia State. The FCT Police Command expresses grave concern over Ikwechegh’s dismissive attitude toward the office of the Inspector-General of Police following the incident. 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. Commissioner of Police, FCT, 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”.
He was heard on a viral video telling a female on phone that he can make the driver disappear in the whole of Nigeria and nothing will happen. He also claimed to be a Senator, and threatened to deal with the driver after slapping him several times, saying he will not pay him for his service for disrespecting him.
