Nigerian activist Rinu Oduala has responded to the viral video of House of Representatives member Alex Ikwechegh assaulting an e-hailing (Bolt) driver who had come to deliver a package to him.
Oduala questioned in a post on X following the backlash, why Nigerians should expect a sane country when individuals in positions of authority behave in such a manner.
"Imagine someone like Alex Ikwechegh representing us as a people, yet we expect a sane country," she wrote.
Ikwechegh became the center of attention after the video of his assault went viral. In a statement, he apologized for his behavior, acknowledging that it did not meet the standards expected of a public official.
He issued a public apology on Monday, stating, “As a public servant, I understand the trust placed in me by my constituents and the Nigerian people. My actions fell short of the expected standards, and for that, I am truly sorry.”
Ikwechegh expressed regret for the harm and embarrassment his actions had caused Abuwatseya, his constituents, and the public. He also confirmed his cooperation with the Nigerian Police, promising to support their investigation and uphold accountability.
“I, Honourable Alex Ikwechegh, Member of the House of Representatives, wish to address a deeply disturbing incident that occurred at my residence recently. A video has surfaced showing me engaging in unacceptable behaviour towards an Uber driver who came to deliver a waybill for me. I am deeply sorry for my actions and acknowledge that they were unacceptable and unbecoming of a public official.
“As a public servant, I recognize the trust placed in me by my constituents and the Nigerian people. My behaviour fell short of the standards expected of me, and for that, I am truly sorry. I understand that my actions have caused harm and embarrassment to the driver, my constituents, and the nation at large.”
“I can make this boy disappear in the whole of Nigeria and nothing will happen.
— Rinu Oduala 🔥🔫 (@SavvyRinu) October 29, 2024
- I will lock you up in my generator house.
- I will not call my policemen to beat you up.
- I will beat you up myself.
- Yes I slapped you two times. I will make it three.
- Do you know who I am? Do…
