The judgment also noted that the Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has taken to commenting on political matters, and the military must never be perceived to support a particular political party, faction, or politician. It highlighted the importance of keeping intelligence agencies away from political matters.
The perception that ISI may be involved in or interferes with matters with which an intelligence agency should not be concerned with, including politics, therefore was not put to rest.
Justice Qazi Faiz Esa is a true patriot who stands up for what is right, regardless of the consequences. He has been vindicated today, and we should all take a moment to reflect on the importance of upholding the rule of law and protecting our democratic values.
In 2019, Justice Isa was embroiled in a controversy when the government accused him of not disclosing his assets and referred the matter to the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), which is responsible for investigating complaints against judges. The case attracted widespread attention, with many arguing that the government was targeting Justice Isa because of his independent stance and his criticism of the government’s policies.
President Arif Alwi signed the reference sent to Supreme Judicial Council against Justice Qazi Faez Isa, which jeopardized his career, damaged the reputation of his family, and later proved to be a complete hoax when Imran Khan Niazi confessed that it was unfair. When Bajwa’s offshore billions were discovered, how come Mrs. Bajwa didn’t have to appear in court to defend her wealth, like the wife of Justice Faez Isa!? You know why. Perhaps, IK wanted to avoid Qazi Faez Esa‘s appointment as a Chief Justice Pakistan next in September.
