PTI lawmaker Iqbal Afridi has alleged that he was offered Rs400 million to support proposed constitutional amendments.
In a video message on Tuesday, Afridi, a member of the National Assembly, claimed, "I was offered Rs400 million to back the constitutional amendments. They were even willing to offer Rs800 million or moreup to Rs1 billion. But I took an oath during the elections to always speak the truth, and I swore allegiance to Imran Khan."
Afridi stated that he rejected the offer, saying, "I dismiss their money and proposals. I am a soldier of Khan. I have supported Imran Khan's ideology since 1997-98, standing by him through countless sacrifices for real change."
He further emphasised his loyalty to the former prime minister, stating, "During the regime change, I withstood oppression, never fled, stayed silent, or sold out.
Today, I still stand with Imran Khan and reject this offer. I will support whatever decision the party makes regarding constitutional amendments."
The allegation surfaces as the current government intensifies its efforts to court the JUI-F, aiming to secure the necessary numbers in parliament to pass a constitutional package that proposes a three-year fixed tenure for the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) and the creation of a constitutional court.
The widely discussed 'Constitutional Package,' currently dominating the government's agenda, may not be aimed at any individual, but it would grant the executive more influence over the appointment, posting, and transfer of superior court judges. This package aims to overhaul the judiciary.
The PPP, PML-N, JUI-F, and ANP have already shared their respective drafts.
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