NAB’s deputy director, Imran Shaikh, was arrested for allegedly taking bribes in exchange for aiding accused individuals in embezzlement cases. He faces charges of corruption and embezzlement and has been granted a one-day transit remand. In a separate case, 15 suspects, including NADRA officials, were arrested for issuing fake Pakistani passports to Afghan nationals.
KARACHI-The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) arrested its Deputy Director for allegedly facilitating the accused persons nominated in embezzlement cases in exchange for money
According to the details, the NAB Karachi and Islamabad chapters in a joint action arrested its Deputy Director Imran Shaikh on the charges of taking bribes from the accused arrested on charges of corruption and embezzlement.
The corruption watchdog has obtained a one-day transit remand of Deputy Director Imran Shaikh who will be shifted to Islamabad on Monday.
Earlier on February 16, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) arrested 15 suspects including seven officers of the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) and Passport Immigration in a case pertaining to the issuance of fake Pakistani passports to Afghan nationals
According to details, three Assistant Director Passport Immigration, and four NADRA officers have been arrested by the FIA.
The sources said that four agents and five Afghan nationals were also arrested in the operation.
The FIA has taken action on complaints received from NADRA and the Passport Office.
It has come to light that the Deputy Director of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has been arrested on corruption charges. This recent development has sparked widespread concern and demands for greater accountability within the organization. The news has sent shockwaves through the community as NAB plays a crucial role in investigating and prosecuting corruption cases. The allegations against a high-ranking official like the Deputy Director raise serious questions about the integrity and effectiveness of the institution. It is imperative for NAB to uphold the highest standards of integrity and transparency in order to maintain public trust and effectively combat corruption in the country. The arrest of the Deputy Director serves as a stark reminder of the pervasive nature of corruption and the critical need for robust mechanisms to root it out. As the story unfolds, the public will be keenly observing how NAB addresses this issue and takes concrete steps to reinforce its commitment to fighting corruption and upholding the rule of law.
Source: ARY NEWS
The NAB arrested its Deputy Director for allegedly facilitating accused persons in embezzlement cases in exchange for money. Imran Shaikh was taken into custody by NAB Karachi and Islamabad. The FIA also arrested 15 suspects, including NADRA and Passport Immigration officers, in a case related to fake Pakistani passports for Afghan nationals. This action followed complaints from NADRA and the Passport Office.
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