Former Chief Justice of Pakistan, Saqib Nisar, has returned to Lahore, reaffirming his earlier commitment to return in early September.
Upon his arrival from London, he addressed the media, resolutely rejecting the social media propaganda and unfounded accusations leveled against him in recent weeks.
Speaking briefly to journalists at the airport, Saqib Nisar made it clear that he had no intention of engaging with the rumors that have been circulating online.
He stated, “I have returned to Pakistan, as promised. The allegations against me are completely baseless, and I see no need to respond to them.”
This marked his first public appearance since his return, following weeks of speculation regarding his whereabouts.
During his time abroad, a flood of reports and rumors emerged on social media, suggesting that Nisar had fled the country to evade potential investigations following the arrest of former ISI Chief, General (R) Faiz Hameed.
These speculations were amplified after the ex-chief justice was not seen in Pakistan for an extended period.
However, Saqib Nisar had previously refuted these claims, stating that he would return in early September, which he did, as promised.
Addressing the claims head-on, Nisar categorically denied any connection to Faiz Hameed, stressing, “I have no personal relationship with General (R) Faiz Hameed, although he has always held me in high regard.”
His clarification came in response to the narrative that his absence was linked to the ongoing investigations involving Hameed.
The former chief justice expressed his frustration with the “media trial” he has been subjected to, criticizing the manner in which unfounded accusations have been spread without any legal backing.
He reiterated that if there were any legitimate charges against him, they should be brought before a court of law.
“If there are any accusations against me, they should be dealt with in court. Let the legal process decide, rather than dragging this issue into a media circus,” he emphasized.
Saqib Nisar’s return and his categorical rejection of these allegations have brought some clarity to the situation, but the broader political and media landscape remains rife with speculation.
However, his stance remains firm—only the courts should decide the fate of any accusations, not the court of public opinion.
