"I don't have power to OVERRIDE anything":Adv Sello SHOUTS Impatiently as Adv Andrea dodges Question

"I don't have power to OVERRIDE anything":Adv Sello SHOUTS Impatiently as Adv Andrea dodges Question 🚨 MADLANGA COMMISSION | One of the most revealing exchanges of the day unfolded as Justice Madlanga and Commissioner Baloyi questioned IDAC Head Adv. Andrea Johnson about the extent of her authority over investigations and prosecutions. The discussion focused on a critical issue: Who makes the final decisions inside IDAC? Adv. Andrea Johnson explained that investigators and prosecutors present matters to senior management before arrests are executed. Commissioners then pressed her on whether, as Head of IDAC, she could stop an arrest, change an operational decision, or override her investigators. After sustained questioning, Justice Madlanga sought a direct answer: "Do you have the power to override?" Adv. Andrea Johnson ultimately responded that, to her understanding, she does not have the power to override those decisions. The hearing also covered: IDAC's oversight role over investigations. How prosecution decisions are developed and approved. Whether investigators or senior management make the final operational decisions. The distinction between making recommendations and exercising legal authority. Allegations of political interference raised before the Commission. This testimony forms part of the Madlanga Commission's ongoing inquiry into allegations concerning SAPS, Crime Intelligence, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), and the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC). ⏰ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Andrea Johnson's supplementary affidavit begins 01:42 Andrea Johnson confirms her position as Head of IDAC 03:40 Lt-Gen Mkhwanazi's allegations against IDAC introduced 04:41 Commission outlines subpoena against Andrea Johnson 06:32 Allegations of political interference explained 07:39 Gen. Khan & Crime Intelligence allegations raised 12:17 Andrea Johnson: "IDAC operates within its legal mandate" 13:27 Johnson denies politically motivated prosecution of Lt-Gen Dumisani Khumalo 15:27 Commissioner Baloyi questions ongoing prosecution process 17:42 Justice Madlanga challenges Johnson on the sub judice argument 20:11 Andrea Johnson explains why she stepped away from the matter 22:03 Justice Madlanga presses Johnson on testifying despite pending cases 24:45 Why did Andrea Johnson testify before Parliament but hesitate at the Commission? 26:54 Justice Madlanga clarifies historical facts vs pending legal proceedings 29:23 Brig. Mkhwe's legal team submits new representations to the NPA 31:35 Commissioner questions Johnson's claim of having no insight into the docket 34:38 Johnson admits she was briefed before approving prosecution 36:09 Commissioners identify contradiction in Andrea Johnson's affidavit 37:37 DPP letter confirms Johnson approved prosecution decision 41:20 Andrea Johnson concedes the DPP concurred with her decision to prosecute 43:28 How prosecution decisions are made inside IDAC explained 47:01 Johnson denies interfering in investigations or prosecutions 49:22 Andrea Johnson explains her oversight role at IDAC 52:13 Can the Head of IDAC influence investigations? 54:24 What happens when investigators get it wrong? 55:44 Can Andrea Johnson stop an arrest? Commissioners ask directly 57:42 Who decides whether a suspect is arrested or summoned? 58:51 Andrea Johnson says the final decision is not hers 59:48 Justice Madlanga presses: "Do you have the power to override?" 1:01:30 "I DON'T HAVE POWER TO OVERRIDE!" Andrea Johnson finally answers ⚖️ Disclaimer: This video reports on testimony presented before the Madlanga Commission. Statements made by witnesses reflect their evidence before the Commission and should not be interpreted as findings of fact unless adopted by the Commission or determined by a court. #MadlangaCommission #JusticeMadlanga #AndreaJohnson #IDAC #CommissionerBaloyi #NPA #CrimeIntelligence #SAPS #SouthAfrica #BreakingNews #CommissionOfInquiry #LegalNews #CurrentAffairs #PoliticsZA #LiveTestimony