NQAKULA'S COMMENT OUT OF LINE

April 20, 2006

The IFP's spokesperson for Safety and Security, Mr. Velaphi Ndlovu, today condemned the comments of the Minister of Safety and Security, Mr. Charles Nqakula on Talk Radio 702 yesterday.

Mr. Ndlovu said:

"It is reported that the Minister in his remarks yesterday shifted the responsibility of the personal security of the inhabitants of South Africa away from his portfolio. This in the eyes of IFP is as good as handing over his portfolio to the nation, without pay and benefits. The Minister should not forget that he gets paid by the tax payer to fight crime."

Mr. Ndlovu added that the same Minister himself is surrounded by bodyguards and 24 hour security, paid for by the very same tax payers whose personal security he seems to neglect. It is the line function of the Minister to ensure that contingency plans are in place for the protection and security of all.

In conclusion Mr. Ndlovu said: "If the Minister feels that he is not equipped to handle his portfolio he should call a National Crime Fighting Indaba to get input. The IFP would certainly have comprehensive proposals to make."

Contact:
. Mr. V. B. Ndlovu 083 625 0803
. Noleen Hendricks 082 886 9848