Beukman said McBride had earlier requested an audience with the portfolio committee on his suspension, but this was refused because Dramat's matter was unresolved. This week, national police chief General Riah Phiyega confirmed to the portfolio committee that Dramat had resigned at the end of last month. DA MP Dianne Kohler Barnard said now that Dramat's matter had been dealt with, she had expected McBride to be back on the job and present in Parliament during Ipid's briefing to the committee on Thursday. It was briefing the portfolio committee on its annual performance plans. Ipid acting head Israel Kgamanyane confirmed to MPs he had been appointed to the position by Nhleko after McBride's suspension. This was based on his qualifications and experience. Kgamanyane has been with Ipid since 1997 and has risen through the ranks, starting as an investigator. He was appointed head of Ipid in the Free State 13 years ago.