| Case ID |
2df60424-c1fe-443a-a450-29a662cb6b19 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Suo Motu Case No. 18 of 2010 |
| Decision Date |
Jan 25, 2011 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan, in its decision regarding the violation of public procurement rules, emphasized the importance of accountability and the rule of law. The Director of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) was found to have failed in his duties, allowing accused individuals to evade arrest. The court mandated that the Additional Director of FIA take all necessary steps to ensure the arrest of the accused and to investigate any complicity by higher officials, reinforcing that no one is above the law. The case highlighted systemic issues within the FIA and the need for transparency and integrity in public office. |
| Summary |
This case entails a significant legal examination of the actions taken by the FIA regarding public procurement violations. The Supreme Court of Pakistan intervened to address concerns about the lack of progress in the investigation into the NICL case, which involved large sums of public money. The court's decision mandated that the FIA take decisive action against those shielding the accused from arrest and called for accountability at all levels. The ruling serves as a potent reminder of the judicial system's role in safeguarding public interest and enforcing compliance with legal standards. Key players in this case included senior advocates and government officials, underscoring the intersection of law and governance. The court's insistence on transparency and adherence to the rule of law resonates with ongoing discussions about corruption and accountability in public service, making this case particularly relevant in contemporary legal discourse. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Federal Investigation Agency (FIA),
Ministry of Interior,
Ministry of Commerce,
National Police Foundation,
NICL
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| Judges |
IFTIKHAR MUHAMMAD CHAUDHRY, C.J.,
MUHAMMAD SAIR ALI,
GHULAM RABBANI,
KHALIL-UR REHMAN RAMDAY
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| Lawyers |
Moulvi Anwarul Haq, Attorney-General for Pakistan,
Abdul Hafeez Pirzada, Senior Advocate Supreme Court,
Syed Iftikhar Hussain Gillani, Senior Advocate Supreme Court,
Ms. Romaisa Ahmad
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| Petitioners |
Not available
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| Respondents |
Not available
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| Citations |
2011 SLD 2043,
2011 SCMR 505
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Federal Investigation Agency Act 1974,
Constitution of Pakistan
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| Sections |
4,
184(3)
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