Vawda emerges as juggernaut on political landscape

Former federal minister Faisal Vawda on Friday engaged in a lengthy meeting with ex-president and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Co-Chairman Asif Ali Zardari.

As per details, current political situation of the country, upcoming elections, and matters of significance concerning the province of Sindh were discussed during the meeting.

Earlier, during an interview on the Express News programme "Kal Tak" hosted by Javed Chaudhry, Vawda had asserted that former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, despite running alone in an ostensibly empty political landscape post-Imran Khan, would only secure the "fourth position".

He said that it was Khan who fuelled the May 9 riots, causing losses to both democracy and his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).

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Expressing scepticism about Sharif's political standing, Vawda insisted that even in the vacuum created by Khan's exit from politics, Sharif's narrative remains outdated.

“Nawaz’s narrative is completely outdated. Today, a two-member bench has declared him eligible [for elections]. Tomorrow, a three-member bench might declare him ineligible. We have seen decisions being reversed [in the past],” he added.

The former federal minister highlighted that Nawaz Sharif's acquittal in the Al-Azizia case implies that the earlier judgment was incorrect. He raised questions on the judiciary, stating, "Those who delivered the first verdict should be held accountable… when will the nation witness their punishment?"

Vawda suggested that Sharif should admit his past mistakes and present himself for accountability first, and then chant the slogan of accountability for others.

Highlighting the consequences of injustice, Vawda cautioned that when the volcano of injustice erupts, even the powerful will be swept away. He concluded by stating that setting the justice system right is essential for preventing any adverse events and ensuring accountability for all.