Dateline Report
ISLAMABAD: In a major development, the Anti-Corruption Circle of FIA in Islamabad, led by Deputy Director Afzal Khan Niazi, has arrested Sheikh Akhtar Hussain, the former CEO of the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP). The arrest follows a thorough operation based on directives, exposing Hussain’s involvement in multiple serious allegations.
The accused is charged with obtaining the CEO position at DRAP through the submission of a fraudulent Ph.D. degree during the employment process.
It is alleged that Hussain received a salary and a substantial Rs 2.5 million Leave Prior to Retirement (LPR) encashment allowance from taxpayers’ money, even after termination on the order of the Hon’ble Islamabad High Court by the Federal Government.
Investigations have unveiled that the accused possesses assets worth billions of rupees, raising concerns about the origin of such considerable wealth.
Sources said Hussain is facing charges in two separate NAB corruption cases, further complicating the legal proceedings.
The arrest was executed by SHO Kashif Riaz under the guidance of Director Islamabad Rana Abdul Jabar and Deputy Director Afzal Khan Niazi. Investigating Officer Kashif Awan is actively pursuing the case.
The legal proceedings are set to unfold in the Special Court Central (FIA Court), presided over by Judge Mr. Shahrukh Arjmnad. FIR No. 50/2023 FIA has been officially registered, marking a crucial milestone in the pursuit of justice.
As the investigation progresses, the public eagerly anticipates more details surrounding the alleged corruption and abuse of authority by the former DRAP CEO.
