By Gloria Ikibah
The House of Representatives has expressed worries over the unprincipled conduct of one of its member, Rep. Alex Ikwechegh, who represents Aba North and South Federal Constituency of Abia state.
Naijablitznews.com recalled that Ikwechegh in a video that has gone viral was seen assaulting an e-hailing cab driver and threatened to beat him up, make sure he disappeared without any trace.
In response, the Chairman, Committee on Media and Publicity, who is also the Spokesperson, Rep. Akin Rotimi, in a statement on Monday in Abuja, assured that the House was monitoring reports in the media.
The statement reads: “The House’s of Representatives is monitoring media reports concerning an alleged incident involving Rep. Alex Ikwechegh (APGA, Abia). These reports, which have garnered widespread media coverage and public attention, detail accusations of a physical confrontation with an e-hailing driver, Citizen Stephen Abuwatseya, and the use of threatening language.
“The 10th Assembly, House of Representatives, takes these allegations very seriously. As elected officials, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct and accountability in our official engagements and privately. Any behaviour that falls short of these standards is a matter of concern, and we are committed to addressing such issues with the utmost seriousness.
“We are aware that the matter is now before the Nigeria Police, and we urge the public to allow the due process of investigation to unfold.
“We remain dedicated to upholding the values of accountability, transparency, and ethical behavior that define the 10th Assembly, House of Representatives. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available”.