MQM-P to challenge JI’s Naeemur Rehman in court

Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) spokesperson stated that Maaz Muqaddam, the candidate for PS 129, has decided to pursue legal action against Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman.

According to a statement issued on Monday, the party's spokesperson said that Maaz Muqaddam has opted to approach the court regarding the matter. Allegations were raised against JI Karachi chief Naeemur Rehman concerning the authenticity of his victory.

It's claimed that he announced his resignation to avoid scrutiny over the alleged manipulation of election results. The MQM-P is fully prepared to substantiate these claims in court.

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The spokesperson further criticised Naeemur Rehman for following the precedent of his party by withdrawing from the electoral race.

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi Ameer Engr Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has announced that he will not avail the PS 129 seat as according to the available form 45 records - the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-backed independent candidate has bagged the majority of votes in the constituency. The JI leader announced the unprecedented move in the political history of Pakistan, at a press conference - held at Idara Noor-e-Haq, here on Monday morning.

Published in The Express Tribune, February 13^th 2024.