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The Nigerian Police Force is preparing to charge Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, a member of the House of Representatives, for allegedly assaulting a Bolt driver at his residence in Abuja.
The lawmaker, who represents the Aba North and South federal constituency of Abia State, is scheduled to appear before a Chief Magistrate Court in Kuje at 12 PM to enter his plea.
The case will be prosecuted by the Inspector General of Police’s Special Investigation Unit.
Rights activist and attorney for the Bolt driver, Deji Adeyanju, along with Stephen Abuwatseya, the complainant, confirmed the upcoming arraignment.
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The incident gained significant attention after a video surfaced online showing Ikwechegh physically assaulting the driver. In the footage, the lawmaker expressed frustration over what he perceived as disrespect from the driver, claiming he could make him “disappear” without consequences.
Following backlash from the public, Ikwechegh later issued a formal apology for his actions.
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