Juliana Francis
The Honourable Alex Ikwechegh, a Member of the House of Representatives who repeatedly slapped an Uber Driver over the alleged manner of delivery of his package in FCT, has finally eaten the humble pie and apologised for his unruly and godlike behaviours.
The apology came after a video of his slapping and hurling insults at the Uber driver, screaming at him that he would make him disappear, and that nothing would happen, went viral.
The honourable, now dubbed dishonourable by some human rights groups, did not slap the driver, but also tore his clothes and smashed his phone.
He was heard in the viral video repeatedly screaming, “Do you know who am I? Do you know who am I?”
His apology is reproduced here…
“I, Honourable Alex Ikwechegh, Member of the House of Representatives, wish to address a disturbing incident 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 want to assure the public that I am fully cooperating with the Nigerian Police investigation into this matter. I support their efforts to ensure that justice is served and that those responsible are held accountable.
“I also appreciate the swift condemnation of my actions by my party and the Nigerian Police, demonstrating our collective commitment to upholding the law and protecting the rights of all citizens.
“Commitment to Change: I am taking immediate steps to address the underlying issues that led to this incident. I am seeking professional counselling to ensure that such behaviour never happens again.
“Additionally, I will be engaging in community service initiatives focused on promoting respect, empathy, and understanding.
“Call to Action: I urge all Nigerians to join me in promoting a culture of respect, tolerance, and understanding. We must work together to build a society where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
“Thank you for your understanding, and I hope that you will join me on this journey towards healing and growth.”
