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Assault: Alex Ikwechegh May Suffer Double Jeopardy, Says Reps Minority Leader
The Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Kingsley Chinda, says his colleague, Alex Ikwechegh, may suffer “double tragedy” for assaulting an e-hailing driver Stephen Abuwatseya in the nation’s capital Abuja late October.
“Presently, he is being prosecuted. He is at the Magistrate Court.
The House has also sent him to the disciplinary committee on the same issue,” Chinda said on the Sunday edition of Inside Sources with Laolu Akande on Channels Television.
“Perhaps, he might suffer double jeopardy if he is undergoing prosecution and disciplined in the House.
”Chinda said he has spoken with his colleague and he has shown remorse and apologised to Nigerians.
“But in essence, I don’t think anybody will agree that that is a standard for parliamentarians. They call us honourable members so we should be honourable within and outside the parliament.
And people should look up to us. Public office holders are like pastors and Imams and people should look up to you in character and conduct,” he said.
Nigerians were outraged in late October when a video of Ikwechegh assaulting the e-hailing driver in Abuja.
The lawmaker had ordered some snails from a vendor who engaged the services of the e-hailing App driver to deliver the goods.
A heated disagreement ensued when the driver arrived at the lawmaker’s residence and asked to be paid.
Ikwechegh represents Aba North & South Federal Constituency in the Green Chamber on the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA).
A furious Ikwechegh was heard speaking with the vendor on the phone in the presence of the driver.
“How can this stupid idiot come to me and tell me that I am supposed to come and meet him in his car and pick up a snail I am buying from you? I can make this man disappear in the whole of Nigeria and nothing will happen.
” the lawmaker blurted to the speaker on the other side.
After the phone conversation with the snail vendor, Ikwechegh faced Abuwatseya and thudded two slaps on the cheeks of the driver who maintained his composure in the face of the assault.
Many Nigerians had called for justice with the police arresting and prosecuting the lawmaker who has since tendered a public apology to the driver and Nigerians.
Last Wednesday, a Kuje Magistrates’ Court granted bail to Ikwechegh for ₦500,000 after he was arraigned on three counts of abuse of office, assault, and threat to life, to which he pleaded not guilty.
Magistrate Abubakar Umar Sai’id has adjourned the case to November 8 for a hearing.
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Buhari and I were admitted to the same hospital – Abdulsalami Abubakar
The former military ruler said that he learned of Buhari’s death after he had been discharged.
•Former Head of State, Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd).
Former Military Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, has revealed he was admitted to the same hospital in London, United Kingdom, as former President Muhammadu Buhari.
The former military ruler said that he learned of Buhari’s death after he had been discharged.
“Unfortunately, we were in the hospital together, but I have been discharged,” he said.
“When I heard the news of his death, I quickly went there to condole with the family and see what could be done to get the corpse ready to be taken home.”
“My relationship with Buhari goes as far back as 1962. We joined the military, he was my senior and during the unfortunate civil war we were fighting in the same sector. Gen Buhari was a gentleman; he was very quiet and sincere.
You can trust Buhari with anything on this earth and he will not betray you,” he added.
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FG declares Tuesday public holiday to honour Buhari
The minister stated that the holiday is a mark of respect for the deceased president’s service to the nation, his contributions to Nigeria’s democratic journey, and his enduring legacy in governance and national development.
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, a public holiday in honour of the late former president, Muhammadu Buhari.
The Minister of Interior Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government.
The minister stated that the holiday is a mark of respect for the deceased president’s service to the nation, his contributions to Nigeria’s democratic journey, and his enduring legacy in governance and national development.
“President Muhammadu Buhari served Nigeria with dedication, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the unity and progress of our great nation. This public holiday provides an opportunity for all Nigerians to reflect on his life, leadership, and the values he upheld,” the minister said.He urged citizens to use the day to honour the late president’s memory by promoting peace, patriotism, and national cohesion, in line with his vision for a prosperous and united Nigeria.
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari will be buried in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State.
It was gathered that Buhari will be laid to rest tomorrow, Tuesday, in Daura, as his body arrived Nigeria today.
Buhari passed away at a clinic in London, where he was receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness, at 4:30 pm on Sunday.
His former media spokesman, Garba Shehu, disclosed this via X on Sunday.
Meanwhile, Governor Radda of Katsina State has announced the burial arrangements for late President Muhammadu Buhari who passed away yesterday in a hospital in London.
Addressing journalists during a press briefing in Katsina, Governor Radda revealed that, following consultations with the late President’s family and close associates in London, it has been agreed that the remains of the former leader will arrive Katsina tomorrow, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, by 12 noon.
He further disclosed that the burial will take place in Daura, the hometown of the late President, by 2:00 p.m. on the same day.
Governor Radda expressed deep condolences on behalf of himself, the Government, and the people of Katsina State, to the family of the late President and to all Nigerians mourning the loss of a national icon.
“We pray Almighty Allah to grant his soul eternal rest and reward him with Aljannatul Firdaus,” the Governor said.
“We also condole His Excellency, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Bola Ahmed Tinubu, over the passing of his predecessor.
May Allah give us the strength to bear this great loss.”
The Government of Katsina State is coordinating with federal authorities and the family to ensure a befitting and dignified farewell for the late elder statesman.
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