Cape Town – Forensic investigator Paul O’Sullivan has been instructed to return to Parliament to complete his testimony, with a strict midday deadline to confirm his attendance or face a formal summons.
The parliamentary ad hoc committee investigating allegations made last July by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi resolved that O’Sullivan must conclude his evidence after he walked out of proceedings on February 26 while still under examination.
Andile Tetyana from Parliament’s Legal Services confirmed that correspondence was sent on February 27 instructing O’Sullivan to appear before the committee on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He has been informed that he must indicate by 12 midday whether he will comply. Failure to do so could result in a formal summons compelling his attendance.
The walkout occurred while Advocate Bongiwe Mkhize was finalising her questioning. Tensions escalated after O’Sullivan insisted he needed to leave by 1pm to avoid the cost of rescheduling his flight. Despite objections from members, including EFF leader Julius Malema, who told him he had not been dismissed, O’Sullivan gathered his belongings and exited the session.
Committee chairperson Soviet Lekganyane later sought legal advice following the departure. Parliamentary Legal Services stated that O’Sullivan’s exit was in violation of National Assembly rules and the Powers and Privileges Act.
National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza described the incident as “unfortunate,” while the EFF has since opened a criminal case against O’Sullivan at Cape Town Central Police Station.
The matter now hinges on whether O’Sullivan confirms his return before the imposed deadline.
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