Ex-PTI media coordinator apologises to Nawaz Sharif

Javed Badar apologizes to Nawaz Sharif for past 'slanders' and 'mistakes' during his PTI tenure

PAKISTAN:

Javed Badar, the former media coordinator for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has apologised to Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif for spreading "false narratives and slanderous accusations" during his time with the Imran Khan-led party.

In an open letter, Badar expressed deep regret for his actions and sought forgiveness from Nawaz Sharif, his family, and the PML-N.

He explained that the apology was prompted by personal reflection and a fear of divine accountability, stating, "This letter is written purely out of fear of the hereafter and the voice of my conscience, without any pressure or temptation."

Badar admitted to fabricating and spreading false propaganda about Nawaz Sharif and his family, which he acknowledged had harmed their reputation.

He also acknowledged his role in pursuing power through dishonest means, including the dissemination of false narratives. "I regret the harm I caused and apologise for the slanderous remarks I made," he wrote.

He further condemned the unjust cases filed against Nawaz Sharif that led to his imprisonment, noting that "Allah's justice has restored Nawaz Sharif's honour and position." Badar explained that his departure from PTI was influenced by internal corruption and mismanagement within the party, particularly under the influence of Bushra Bibi, Imran Khan’s wife.

He highlighted incidents such as Usman Buzdar’s appointment as Chief Minister of Punjab and the widespread corruption during her watch, saying, "I left PTI when corruption was openly allowed under Bushra Bibi's watch."

Badar also criticised the PTI government for depleting the national treasury, straining international relations, and encouraging rebellion against the military. In contrast, he praised Nawaz Sharif’s leadership, acknowledging the efforts of Sharif, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz in stabilising the country and improving diplomatic relations.

"Your leadership, alongside Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has brought stability to Pakistan," Badar noted.

In his letter, Badar apologised not only to Nawaz Sharif but also to the Pakistani nation and the parents of PTI supporters, admitting that the party had misled the youth and created divisions.

"We in PTI have poisoned Pakistani politics and confused young minds, a mistake for which we will pay the price for generations," he confessed.

Confirming the authenticity of his apology, Badar told Geo News, "I am the one who wrote this open letter to Nawaz Sharif." He concluded by pledging to take full responsibility for his past mistakes and expressed his desire to meet Nawaz Sharif personally.

"If I ever meet Nawaz Sharif, I will admit my mistakes to him directly," Badar said.