Police Speak On Assualt Of Uber Driver By Abia Rep Ikwechegh

The Nigeria Police Force has given an update on the tending issue regarding a member of the House of Representatives, Alexander Ikwegh, and an e-hailing cab driver, Stephen Abuwatseya.

Osun Defender recalls that a video had attracted attention and outrage that captured where he assaulted an Uber driver.

The incident happened during a delivery at his residence in Maitama, Abuja.

According to the driver, tension escalated when he requested that the lawmaker come outside to receive his delivery personally.

In the viral video posted on X, the lawmaker was seen slapping the driver.

He also threatened to make the driver disappear without traces.

READ: Outrage As Lawmaker Assaults Uber Driver (Videos)

Reacting, the Police, in a statement on Monday, said the driver has officially reported the incident at the Maitama Divisional Headquarters.

It added that the FCT Command of the Nigeria Police is handling the case and also urged members of the public to avoid using the name or office of the Inspector-General of Police to intimidate others.

The statement reads: “The Nigeria Police Force is aware of the incident between a Bolt driver, Mr. Stephen Abuwatseya, and Hon. Alexander Ikwegh, which took place on October 27, 2024, in Maitama, Abuja.

“The FCT Command is actively handling the case following Mr. Abuwatseya’s official report at the Maitama Divisional Headquarters.

“The Police Force also urges the public to refrain from using the name or office of the Inspector-General of Police to intimidate others, as such actions undermine the values of impartiality that the IGP’s office upholds.”