Conflict of Interest Concerns Raised Over Police Corruption Probe
Deputy national police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya has raised concerns over a potential conflict of interest involving two members of parliament. He argued that these members should recuse themselves from the police corruption probe committee as they are complainants in criminal cases against him.
I’m advised that I will proceed, but I must indicate that I do so under protest because I will be participating in a process that could be tainted.
Sibiya made this statement after consulting his legal team, emphasizing his objection to the participation of the two MPs in question. Despite his concerns, the committee decided that Sibiya should continue with his testimony.
- The committee will discuss Sibiya's conflict complaint in their meeting on Wednesday.
- This discussion will take place after consultation with the speaker of parliament.
Author's summary: Sibiya raises conflict concerns.