"There will be major shocks": Fadiel Adams makes fresh claims against KZN Police Commissioner

National Coloured Congress (NCC) leader Fadiel Adams has ramped up his campaign against KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. The Member of Parliament is now attempting to tie the senior officer to a Durban businessman who was recently taken into custody.

Speaking to eNCA, Adams suggested that the recent arrest is the tip of the iceberg. He warned that the public should prepare for "major shocks" once his full evidence is laid bare before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.

Delays at the Madlanga Commission

The NCC leader’s highly anticipated testimony hit a snag this week when proceedings were pushed back to August 2025. Commissioners stated they received Adams's affidavit far too late on Monday night to review it properly before the morning session.

Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga expressed frustration over the timeline, suggesting that Adams might not be treating the inquiry with the necessary gravity. The judge noted the late submission hindered the commission's ability to proceed effectively.

The Laptop Controversy

To explain the delay, Adams claimed he suffered from persistent technical failures with his state-issued laptop. He alleged the device was frequently in for repairs, causing him to miss official notices from the commission for several months.

However, Parliament has officially debunked this excuse. A review of ICT Service Desk logs showed no records of hardware malfunctions or repeated repair requests for Adams's device during the period he specified.

Allegations Against Mkhwanazi

Despite the scheduling setbacks and the friction with parliamentary records, Adams remains defiant. He insists that his upcoming testimony will prove a direct connection between Commissioner Mkhwanazi and the tycoon currently facing kidnapping and human trafficking charges.

The country will now have to wait until late 2025 to see if Adams can back up these explosive claims. For now, the police commissioner has not been formally charged with any wrongdoing in relation to these allegations.