Tokyo Sexwale names Advocate Geoff Budlender to lead independent investigation into allegations around Trillian Capital Partners
Following several media reports regarding allegations around Trillian Capital Partners, Mr Tokyo Sexwale, independent non-executive chairman of Trillian decided to set up an enquiry to investigate the veracity of these allegations.
This investigation enjoys the full support of the board of Trillian, which passed a special resolution in respect thereof.
Futhermore Trillian’s management led by Dr Eric Wood has given its assurance for its fullest cooperation with the investigation.
After carefully looking at all relevant matters, Mr Sexwale in a media release on 26 October, gave an undertaking to appoint a reputable well known personality to spearhead the investigation into these allegations. After consultation a number of prominent advocates were considered and some were consulted.
Advocate Geoff Budlender who is based in Cape Town has been appointed to lead the investigation. He is instructed by Cheadle Thompson & Haysom Inc. which has been retained for this purpose.