ISLAMABAD: The much-anticipated verdict in the £190 million Al-Qadir Trust case involving former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, has been delayed for the third time. Originally scheduled for announcement on Monday, the decision has now been rescheduled for January 17, 2025.
Judge Nasir Javed Rana cited the couple’s failure to appear in court as the primary reason for the delay. The verdict, initially expected on December 23, 2024, and later postponed to January 6, 2025, remains pending, causing further suspense in the high-profile case.
Speaking to the media outside Adiala Jail, Imran Khan’s sister, Aleema Khan, expressed her disappointment over the delay, noting her brother’s frustration with the ongoing legal process. “I think he must be upset because, for a month, he has wanted the conviction to happen so the case can proceed to the High Court,” she said.
Aleema also took aim at the government, accusing it of succumbing to external pressures. “The government is so pressured that they haven’t even punished him. Let’s wait for January 17 to see if they have the guts to deliver a verdict,” she remarked.
The case has drawn widespread attention, with political observers closely monitoring its implications for Pakistan’s political landscape. The delay in the verdict further fuels speculation and adds to the uncertainty surrounding the case. All eyes will now be on January 17, when the court is expected to finally announce its decision.
