Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has labeled the £190 million case involving PTI founder Imran Khan as a clear-cut corruption scandal.
Addressing the media on Wednesday, Tarar asserted that Imran Khan had failed to clear his name in the case, describing it as a “major corruption scam.” He revealed that a sealed document was presented during a cabinet meeting concerning the case.
The minister condemned the alleged use of religion by Imran Khan and his wife to deflect attention from corruption charges, alleging that the couple had embezzled millions of rupees.
Tarar emphasized that the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) had acted lawfully and constitutionally in pursuing the case following a thorough investigation.
He further accused Imran Khan and his wife of misappropriating Rs 80 billion, which was allegedly used to construct a house in Lahore. According to the minister, the funds, which belonged to the government and the people of Pakistan, were instead transferred to the Supreme Court’s bank account to benefit a business magnate.
The minister also stressed that the prosecution had presented strong evidence, resulting in a fair decision against the PTI leader and his wife. Tarar noted that PTI members had not provided a convincing explanation regarding the source of their leader’s wealth.
The case has sparked a significant political debate, with the government calling for greater accountability and transparency regarding public funds.
