Deji Adeyanju and Companions, the agency representing Stephen Abuwatseye, the e-hailing driver assaulted by Abia lawmaker, Alex Ikwechevh has withdrawn their service.
The withdrawal of authorized illustration was shared on X by human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju.
The discover is titled, “Public Assertion on the Alleged Assualt of Mr Stephen Anuwatseye: Withdrawal of Authorized Illustration”.
In keeping with Adeyanju, the agency needs to formally announce the withdrawal of its illustration on the matter.
Recall that the lawmaker had earlier assaulted the Bolt driver at his residence within the Maitama space of Abuja the place he went to make a supply for Ikwechegh.
Nonetheless, in its discover, Adeyanju and Companions mentioned, “On October 28, 2024, Mr Stephen Abuwatseye walked into our regulation agency, visibly distressed, and sought redress over an alleged assault.
“Following his grievance, and having verified his declare, we took steps to guard Mr. Stephen Abuwatseye’s rights, on a professional bono foundation, culminating within the arraignment of the alleged assaulter.
“Nonetheless, in view of current developments and after cautious consideration, we have now made the choice to withdraw our authorized illustration with the intention to shield our skilled integrity and preserve the very best moral commonplace within the authorized occupation.
“We want Mr.Stephen Abuwatseye the perfect, whereas we guarantee most of the people of our steady dedication in the direction of defending the rights of the oppressed and indigent members of the society,” it added.
The discover by the agency comes shortly after the Bolt driver tendered an apology to the lawmaker over his (the lawmaker’s) motion.
The apology by the Bolt driver additionally angered many Nigerians who felt the assaulted particular person shouldn’t be the one apologising.