A member of the House of Representatives, Alex Ikwechegh, is set to appear in court for allegedly assaulting a bolt driver, News About Nigeria reports.
The lawmaker, who is representing Aba North and South federal constituency of Abia State, is expected to take his plea before an Abuja Chief Magistrate Court sitting at Kuje by 12 pm on Tuesday.
He would be prosecuted by the Inspector General of Police’s Special Investigation Unit.
Mr. Deji Adeyanju, who is the counsel representing the bolt driver, and Stephen Abuwatseya, who is the nominal complainant in the matter, confirmed the development to Vanguard.
Recall that in a video clip that went viral on social media platforms, Ikwechegh was seen repeatedly slapping the bolt driver in his residence in Abuja.
The federal lawmaker also boasted that he could make him disappear without a trace and nothing would happen.
However, following a widespread condemnation that trailed his actions and utterances, the lawmaker tendered a public apology for his conduct, stating that he regrets his actions.
He is also likely to face sanctions from the House as the investigations have commenced into his actions.
His party, the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA), has also stated that it will mete out appropriate punishment to the lawmaker, stating that the party was founded on respect for the citizens.
The command has also stated that it is committed to conducting an impartial investigation and ensuring justice in all cases.
It stated that upon completion of the investigation, appropriate legal action will be taken.
