In a surprising turn of events, Justice Mazahir Ali Naqvi resigned from his position on Tuesday after the Supreme Court rejected an appeal for a stay order on the council’s proceedings. In his resignation statement, Justice Naqvi expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve in the Lahore High Court and the Supreme Court, citing current circumstances that made it impossible for him to continue in his role.
Denial of Allegations and Legal Wrangling
Responding to the show cause notice from the Supreme Judicial Council, Justice Naqvi vehemently denied the allegations against him. He argued that the Council could gather information but had no authority to act on any complaint. Furthermore, he objected to the appointment of the Attorney General as a prosecutor, claiming it violated procedural rules. Justice Naqvi also highlighted political influences, stating that complaints from Bar Councils were filed based on political and PDM government initiatives.
Controversial Legal Proceedings and Political Intrigues
Justice Naqvi’s detailed response challenged the legality of the Supreme Judicial Council’s orders and criticized the appointment of the Attorney General. He pointed to a meeting between the Pakistan Bar Council and then Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, claiming that political considerations played a role in the complaints against him. The judge maintained that the accusations were baseless and underscored the importance of adhering to legal procedures in the ongoing controversy.
