Resignation won’t stop probe into ex-Idac boss Andrea Johnson

Advocate Andrea Johnson’s resignation as head of the NPA’s anti-corruption unit does not mean she is off the hook from an investigation by the oversight body overseeing the unit’s work.

This is according to the office of retired judge Takalani Raulinga , which confirmed to Sowetan on Monday that its investigation into complaints against Johnson would continue despite her resignation as head of the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (Idac).

“This is a matter of significant public interest. For senior public officials, resignation does not bring an end to accountability, and Parliament has previously criticised the practice of officials avoiding disciplinary consequences by resigning,” said Tiyisela Mpuzana, the office’s media liaison.

“The same principle applies in this matter. The office will continue to assess the available evidence and complete its investigation. Her resignation does not prevent the office from finalising its investigation and preparing a comprehensive report.”