Islamabad Accountability Court Verdict on £190 Million Case Expected Today
The Islamabad Accountability Court, under the supervision of Judge Nasir Javed Rana, is set to deliver the long-awaited verdict in the £190 million reference case involving the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and his wife, Bushra Bibi, at Adiala Jail today.
Timeline of the Case
The trial, which concluded on December 18, 2024, has faced multiple delays in announcing the verdict. Originally slated for December 23, 2024, the decision was postponed first to January 6, then to January 13, largely due to the absence of the accused. Finally, on January 14, the court issued a written order setting January 17 as the date for the final decision.
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NAB Investigation Presence
The Deputy Director of NAB, Mian Umar Nadeem, who serves as the investigation officer in this high-profile case, is present at Adiala Jail. Additionally, three key NAB prosecutors—Irfan Ahmed, Sohail Arif, and Owais Arshad—have arrived to oversee the proceedings.
Court and Legal Team Arrivals
Judge Nasir Javed Rana has reached Adiala Jail to announce the verdict. However, defense lawyers and some members of the NAB prosecution team have yet to arrive at the venue.
Attendance of Family Members
While Bushra Bibi has not yet arrived to hear the decision, her daughter and son-in-law are present at the jail for the proceedings.
High Stakes and Anticipation
This case has garnered significant public and media attention, with the decision expected to have wide-ranging implications. As the country awaits the final ruling, security measures have been tightened around Adiala Jail.
