WhatsApp Logo Subscribe
For News Alert

News

Court acquits Dr Mujahid Kamran and other PU officials in NAB corruption reference

Bureau withdraws corruption reference citing lack of evidence against former Punjab University officials

By News Desk

August 29, 2024 10:21 AM


File photo

Twitter Share Facebook Share WhatsApp Share

The Accountability Court in Lahore Thursday approved the NAB's request to close the reference against former Vice-Chancellor Dr Mujahid Kamran and others related to alleged illegal appointments and corruption at Punjab University (PU). 

According to the 24NewsHD TV channel, the court dismissed the reference, acquitting Dr Mujahid Kamran and all other accused.

Judge Qamar-uz-Zaman of the Accountability Court announced the verdict on the request submitted by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB). 

NAB Lahore had previously filed a detailed report in the court, requesting the withdrawal of the reference.

In its report, NAB explained the grounds for withdrawing the reference, stating that after a thorough review, there was insufficient evidence against the accused, and no corruption or misuse of authority could be proven. 

The report further highlighted that the allegations against Dr Mujahid Kamran and others could not be substantiated, and therefore, NAB requested the court to approve the withdrawal of the reference.

The accused include Dr Mujahid Kamran, Dr Khan Rass, Deba Akhtar, Dr Hassan Mubeen, and others. 

Dr Mujahid Kamran was accused of making illegal appointments during his tenure as the Vice-Chancellor of Punjab University.

Reporter: Jamaluddin Jamali


News Desk


Most Read

  1. 52% pass as Lahore Board announces 11th class result 52% pass as Lahore Board announces 11th class result
  2. Pakistanis feared among six migrants killed by Mexican soldiers in highway chase Pakistanis feared among six migrants killed by Mexican soldiers in highway chase
  3. Fire guts solar panels, chemicals worth billions at Karachi warehouse Fire guts solar panels, chemicals worth billions at Karachi warehouse
  4. Two-way air ticket made mandatory for travellers going abroad Two-way air ticket made mandatory for travellers going abroad
  5. Javeria Saud gets angry in live show for not given credit for 'Ishq Murshid' OST Javeria Saud gets angry in live show for not given credit for 'Ishq Murshid' OST
  6. Tripti Dimri addresses her controversial dance moves to Mery Mehboob song Tripti Dimri addresses her controversial dance moves to Mery Mehboob song