The law firm, Deji Adeyanju and Partners has made a U-turn as it announced its withdrawal from representing a Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseya.
Stephen was allegedly assaulted by Alex Ikwechegh, the House of Representatives member representing Aba North/South of Abia State.
Popular activist Deji Adeyanju shared this update on X on Friday.
IbrandTv earlier reported that the incident occurred on October 28, 2024, when Ikwechegh allegedly assaulted Abuwatseya, who had arrived to deliver a package to him.
A viral video captured the altercation at Ikwechegh’s residence in Maitama, Abuja, showing the lawmaker repeatedly slapping and insulting Abuwatseya, who had requested that Ikwechegh come outside to collect a package of snails meant for delivery.
Furthermore, the incident was widely condemned by Nigerians, who called for an investigation.
Reacting to this, social media activist recorded a video with the bold driver urging enforcement agents to let Justice prevail over the matter.
After an interrogation at the Federal Capital Territory Police Command, a Kuje Magistrates’ Court granted Ikwechegh bail of ₦500,000.
In addition, he was arraigned on three counts: abuse of office, assault, and threat to life. The case was adjourned until November 8, 2024, for a hearing.
However, to the surprise of Nigerians and VeryDarkMan, in a video released to the press on Thursday, November 7, 2024, Abuwatseya apologised to Ikwechegh, expressing regret for provoking the lawmaker and asking Nigerians for forgiveness.
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This caused a frenzy online as many criticized the bolt driver for belittling the efforts of VDM, Barrister Deji Adeyanju and others who fought hard for Justice to be served on his behalf.
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