SJC issues detailed show-cause notice to Justice Mazahar Ali Akbar Naqvi

Islamabad: In a significant development, the Supreme Judicial Council on Wednesday issued a detailed show-cause notice to Supreme Court Justice Mazahar Ali Akbar Naqvi.

The council issued the notice and gave 14-day time to Justice Naqvi to respond.

The issuance of the show-cause notice garnered majority approval within the council, with Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, Justice Sardar Tariq, Justice Ameer Bhatti, and Justice Naeem Afghan voting in favor. However, Justice Ejaz ul Hassan expressed opposition to the move.

The allegations against Justice Mazahar Ali Akbar Naqvi involve accusations of misusing his powers as a Supreme Court judge to acquire properties in Lahore at prices surpassing his declared income. This has prompted the Supreme Judicial Council to take action by initiating the show-cause notice.

During the council meeting, ten complainants presented their grievances against Justice Naqvi. Two objections raised by the accused judge were withdrawn after clarification, with today's meeting focusing solely on consultations among council members.