Abuja
Police Grill House of Reps Member Alex Ikwechegh Over Assault On Bolt Driver In Abuja
BONA NAIJA, Abuja – The FCT Police Command is investigating an alleged assault on a Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseya, by Hon. Alexander Ikwegh, representing Aba North and South Federal Constituency in Abia State. The incident occurred on October 27, 2024, at Ikwegh’s residence on Zamfara Crescent, Maitama, Abuja
A statement on Monday, by the spokesperson of the FCT Police Command, SP Josephine Adeh, said the Command received a report at the Maitama Divisional Headquarters regarding an incident involving Mr Abuwatseya and Hon. Alexander Ikwechegh.
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“Preliminary investigations indicate that Mr Abuwatseya was delivering a package to Hon. Ikwechegh 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. Ikwechegh’s dismissive attitude towards 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”, Adeh said, adding that the FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Olatunji Disu, has mandated a thorough investigation into the matter while assuring of the Command’s commitment to conducting an impartial investigation and ensuring justice in all cases.
Police said appropriate legal action will be taken upon completion of the investigation.
