A video showing Alexander Ikwechegh, a member of the House of Representatives for Aba North & South, allegedly assaulting an Uber driver is causing an uproar online. The driver, who remains unnamed, said the incident happened when he asked Ikwechegh to come outside to pick up a delivery. The video shows the lawmaker slapping the driver multiple times, saying the request was disrespectful because of his position.
Social media users have been quick to react, with many condemning the lawmaker for his actions. Some have even called for a police investigation into the incident, while others criticized his behavior as being out of touch with ordinary people. However, a few defended the driver, arguing that the lawmaker’s actions were unwarranted and excessive. The video has led to a wider conversation about the behavior of public officials in Nigeria.
