NAB rejects PTI petition against Ishaq Dar

In a brief but clear statement, the NAB has said that it has the authority to close an inquiry against an individual, but does not have authority to reopen a case which has been closed.

READ MORE: Imran decries ‘shameful’ clean chit given to Ishaq Dar

PTI had filed an application with the accountability watchdog against Dar, and alleged that he was responsible for money laundering worth $1.2 billion and illegal assets beyond his means. The case was filed on 25th July to reopen investigations again him.

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