In a significant turn of events, former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s perpetual arrest warrant in the Toshakhana reference case was annulled by the accountability court. The court also approved his bail on Tuesday. Nawaz Sharif has been directed to furnish a PKR 1 million bail bond within the next three days.
The Toshakhana reference case relates to alleged misuse of luxury vehicles gifted by foreign dignitaries during Nawaz Sharif’s tenure as Prime Minister. This case had been pending for four years, and the recent developments mark a turning point in the legal proceedings.
On the day of his appearance in the accountability court, Nawaz Sharif presented himself at the judicial complex, accompanied by his legal team. Stringent security measures were in place outside the Judicial Complex for the former Prime Minister’s court appearance.
As the proceedings began, Nawaz Sharif was present in the courtroom in compliance with the court’s directives. Following this, Nawaz Sharif’s legal counsel, Muhammad Arfan, made his appearance, and the court directed Nawaz Sharif to submit a bail bond of PKR 1 million, which was promptly deposited with the court by Nawaz Sharif’s legal team.
Justice Mohammad Bashir of the accountability court presided over the proceedings. In response to the court’s directives, Nawaz Sharif submitted the bail bond and expressed his readiness to face the legal proceedings.
In a related development, the accountability court issued a notice to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on a request for the confiscation of properties in the Toshakhana reference case. The court has asked NAB to provide evidence on the property confiscation request by November 20th.
The withdrawal of Nawaz Sharif’s perpetual arrest warrant and the granting of bail in the Toshakhana reference case signify an important development in his legal challenges. The case is one of several ongoing legal proceedings against Nawaz Sharif, who has faced various corruption-related cases in Pakistan’s accountability courts.
The Toshakhana reference case, which revolves around allegations of misusing luxury vehicles, exemplifies the broader anti-corruption drive and accountability measures in Pakistan. Nawaz Sharif’s bail and the ongoing legal proceedings will continue to draw public attention as they unfold, highlighting the significance of accountability and the rule of law in the country.
