₦airaland Forum

By Seun Opejobi


Apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has called for the immediate arrest of the House of Representatives member representing Aba North and South, Alex Ikwechegh for assaulting a cab driver in Abuja.

Ohanaeze expressed disappointment with Ikwechegh’s “appalling” action against the cab driver, stating that it tarnished the reputation of the Southeast region.

An altercation had ensued between the lawmaker and the cab driver, Stephen Abuwatseya during the delivery of a package in Maitama area of Abuja.

The disagreement led to the lawmaker assaulting the cab driver, threatening that he can make him disappear from Nigeria.

Condemning Ikwechegh’s action, Ohanaeze’s factional Secretary-General, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, urged the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun to invite the lawmaker for questioning.

Isiguzoro said Ohanaeze firmly believes that it is imperative for all meaningful Nigerians to vociferously denounce the pervasive scourge of hate speech, violence, and intimidation in the society.

A statement he signed reads: “Ohanaeze stands united in its unwavering commitment to justice, respect, and the cultural integrity of the Igbo people.

“We have been appalled by the shocking and unacceptable behavior displayed by Honorable Alex Ikwechegh, the member of the House of Representatives representing Aba North and South, who has been implicated in a violent altercation with an Uber driver in Abuja, Mr. Stephen Abuwatseya.

“This incident, characterized by the use of threatening language and physical aggression, not only endangers the life of an individual but also tarnishes the reputation of the Southeast region.

“It is vital to emphasize that the actions of Rep Ikwechegh stand in stark contrast to the cherished norms and values that define us as a people.

“As Igbo, we are driven by principles of respect, communal harmony, and the protection of the vulnerable.

“The reported assault on Mr. Abuwatseya reflects not merely a personal failing but a broader societal issue that must be addressed with the utmost seriousness.

“Allowing such behavior to go unchecked would signal a dangerous precedent that undermines the rule of law and erodes public trust in our elected representatives.”

“Ohanaeze Ndigbo unequivocally asserts that there is no amount of image management or public relations maneuvering that can protect Rep Ikwechegh from his rightful confrontation with the law.

“Public servants must be held to the highest standards of behavior, particularly when they wield authority over others,” he declared.

He called upon the Inspector General of Police to take immediate and decisive action by formally inviting Rep Ikwechegh for questioning.

Mrfeel:
He is a disgrace to himself and his new found Islamic religion of peace he converted to

oluwaseyi0:
Watch out he will still win his next re-election bid just like that Abu from Adamawa

EmperorCaesar:


First time i will ever agree with Ohaneze. Calling out the actions of some rogues among the their people should be done more often cause it would go a long way to instill discipline in a large majority of them


Alex whatever should be made a scapegoat for others to see

MrEverest:
Oh, he even converted to Islam?
These ohanaeze people don’t know how to talk. How does the action of one man who represents just his own constituency now amount to disgrace to Igbos? Who made these thoughtless goons cultural reps of Igbos?

Tufiakwa!

EmperorCaesar:


First time i will ever agree with Ohaneze. Calling out the actions of some rogues among the their people should be done more often cause it would go a long way to instill discipline in a large majority of them


Alex whatever should be made a scapegoat for others to see

EmperorCaesar:


First time i will ever agree with Ohaneze. Calling out the actions of some rogues among the their people should be done more often cause it would go a long way to instill discipline in a large majority of them


Alex whatever should be made a scapegoat for others to see

oluwaseyi0:
Watch out he will still win his next re-election bid just like that Abu from Adamawa

BigYash:
Very big disgrace .. People be clamoring for youth to take over leadership.. Just imagine,this bas. tard is made president.

MrEverest:
Oh, he even converted to Islam?
These ohanaeze people don’t know how to talk. How does the action of one man who represents just his own constituency now amount to disgrace to Igbos? Who made these thoughtless goons cultural reps of Igbos?

Tufiakwa!

Ikaeniyan0:
Some people are already defending his action since yesterday

MadamVanessa:





Exactly how T-pain is a big disgrace to one of the best region in this country.

Ikwechegh is an Unrepentant toxic bastard that found himself in the corridor of power. Small power they have the start acting like god. In a saner clime, there's no way his political position wouldn't be taken away from him immediately and he will still be arrested and jail, but in a shit hole, those with power and money got away with everything. God punish him.