Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed, former interior minister and chief of the Awami Muslim League (AML), is facing a setback as the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) rejected his nomination papers for NA-56 and NA-57 in Rawalpindi for the upcoming 2024 general elections. Expressing frustration over not receiving a copy of the ECP’s decision, Rasheed asserts that the Supreme Court has previously declared him ‘Sadiq and Ameen’ (truthful and trustworthy).
The alleged reason for the rejection is an accusation that Rasheed did not pay rent for a rest house he resided in 12 years ago. Denying the claim vehemently, Rasheed challenges anyone to prove that he lived in such a rest house, offering to resign from politics if proven.
Despite this setback, Sheikh Rasheed remains determined to contest the elections and vows to move the Supreme Court to assert his rights. He emphasizes his commitment to the legal and constitutional process, expressing regret over what he perceives as a violation of the law to bring back a “corrupt person” to the country.
Announcing his intention to challenge the returning officer’s verdict in court, Rasheed is confident in the support of voters, claiming that victory is inevitable and there is no escape for the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM). He believes success will be achieved through historical symbolism, referring to the ink pot with a pen.
Recently summoned to the commissioner’s office to address accusations related to the non-disclosure of a specific piece of land, Sheikh Rasheed stands firm in his commitment to the legal and constitutional process despite facing the rejection of his nomination papers.
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