Alex Ikwechegh, a member of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, has publicly apologized for his unacceptable behavior towards an Uber driver who delivered a package to his residence.

A video of the incident surfaced, showing Ikwechegh verbally and physically assaulting the driver before threatening him.

In a press statement personally signed by Ikwechegh, he expressed deep regret and acknowledged that his actions fell short of the standards expected of a public official. He recognized the harm and embarrassment caused to the driver, his constituents, and the nation at large.

He further extended his apology to the Inspector General of Police and the driver identified as Citizen Stephen Abuwatseya.

The statement reads ;

” I wish to address an incident that occurred on Sunday involving an unfortunate exchange with Citizen Stephen Abuwatseya, an e-hailing cab driver.”

“What began as a misunderstanding escalated into actions and remarks I deeply regret, which do not reflect the values and character I strive to uphold, both as a citizen and as a representative of the people.”

“I sincerely apologize for my words and actions during this incident. I recognize the distress and frustration this has caused Citizen Abuwatseya, his family, and the public at large. As a public servant, I understand the weight of my role and how my words can impact others.”

“While I am human and not infallible, I remain accountable for my actions. Citizen Abuwatseya and I have explored alternative dispute resolution methods to address this issue and have reached a respectful resolution, which I am committed to following through.”

“Furthermore, I extend my heartfelt apologies to the Inspector General of Police, recognizing the unintended disparagement my remarks may have caused to his person, his office, and the entire institution. I reaffirm my respect for the Nigerian Police Force and the Inspector General’s commitment to maintaining law and order.”

“Additionally, I extend my sincere apologies to the leadership and members of this House and the National Assembly as a whole for any deficit in goodwill this incident may have caused. I am aware that my actions reflect not only on myself but also on this esteemed institution and the trust that the public places in us.”

“This incident has been a humbling reminder of the necessity for restraint and self-control, especially in challenging circumstances. I sincerely apologize for any pain or discomfort my actions may have caused, and I am committed to learning from this experience to grow into a better citizen and a more empathetic representative of the people.”

“This experience is particularly disheartening given my recent achievements in constituency engagement,”