The apex Igbo socio-cultural group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has urged for the immediate arrest of Alex Ikwechegh, a House of Representatives member representing Aba North and South, for attacking a cab driver in Abuja.
Ohanaeze voiced dismay with Ikwechegh’s “appalling” conduct against the cab driver, claiming it harmed the Southeast region’s reputation.
During a parcel delivery in Abuja’s Maitama neighbourhood, the congressman and the cab driver, Stephen Abuwatseya, got into a fight.
The dispute resulted in the legislator beating the cab driver and threatening to make him disappear from Nigeria.
Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Ohanaeze’s factional Secretary-General, condemned Ikwechegh’s actions and requested the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to summon the legislator for interrogation.
Isiguzoro stated that Ohanaeze is adamant that all relevant Nigerians publicly condemn the ubiquitous epidemic of hate speech, violence, and intimidation in society.
The statement reads:
“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 behaviour 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.”
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