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Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif vacated the Prime Minister's House on Sunday and departed for Murree along with members of the Sharif family.
The former premier, his wife Kulsum Nawaz, his daughter Maryam Nawaz and his son-in-law Captain Safdar vacated the PM House two days after a five-member bench of the Supreme Court unanimously found Nawaz unfit to hold public office and disqualified him for misdeclaring his assets in a landmark decision on the Panama Papers case.
On Friday, shortly after the apex bench announced the verdict that ousted Nawaz, the PM House had issued a notification saying that Nawaz, despite having "strong reservations" about the SC’s verdict, had stepped down from his post as the premier.
On Sunday, before he departed for Murree, Nawaz met with members of the staff at the PM's House.
Former Finance Minister Ishaq Dar also met with the PM House's staff before he left for Murree with the Sharif family.
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Jul 30, 2017 02:11pm
Holding office while being charged with such serious offences does not seem justifiable and reasonable at all. I am sure that there are laws against it because if you don't vacate the office before the investigation, you are in a position to influence the institutions to work in your favour. We have the example of SECP chairman trying to tamper with the records to protect Nawaz Sharif.
Even if Pakistan does not have such a basic requirement in its laws at the moment, Nawaz should have resigned when the proceedings started and should have saved himself from the embarrassment.
Bare be-abro ho kar..tere kochay se ham niklay.
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Jul 30, 2017 02:13pm
I sincerely pray for your return to the PM house.
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Jul 30, 2017 02:15pm
In muree where he would be staying in a government lodge? He should stay at his own place or a rented place on his own expense. Not even a single rupee be used for tax payer money for his leisure. He is been enjoying the perks since 30 years. It's high time now. If he stays on govement expense he should be accountable for that
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Jul 30, 2017 02:19pm
One down, who is next? God bless Pakistan.
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Jul 30, 2017 02:20pm
why after 48 hours of disqualification, who will bear 2 days unnecessary expenses. Again going to face 62/63
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Jul 30, 2017 02:21pm
In what capacity did Maryam live in PM House too? and in the proceedings they argued that Maryam is not Nawaz's dependent!
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Jul 30, 2017 02:26pm
Why still protocol been given to him?
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Jul 30, 2017 02:30pm
@MSAlvi people who don't appreciate each other get no where. Learn to respect and learn to appreciate. Say thank you and say please.
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Jul 30, 2017 02:38pm
Another culprit down.Hope for best for Pakistan.
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Jul 30, 2017 02:47pm
@Mohsin still trying.
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Jul 30, 2017 02:48pm
@umair26 that could mean anyting at all...more of the same.
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Jul 30, 2017 02:50pm
@Harmony-1© Have some respect ...He was the pm of Pakistan
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Jul 30, 2017 02:50pm
@Harmony-1© Because He lives in the hearts of people of Pakistan.
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Jul 30, 2017 02:50pm
Was our former finance minister (Ishaq Dar) also residing in PM house?
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Jul 30, 2017 03:01pm
it is really sad to see the govt affairs that they feel humiliated for all the corruption charges which they were given more than fair chance to prove but they dint. what about millions of Pakistanis who have no basic rights no jobs food electricity water health faciitlies children dying of hunger in laps of their parents. if you are the PM then you are responsible for each and every part of the country. you are answerable to 200 millions Pakistanis. are you PM just to make metros and motorways which is also very important but more importantly are things mentioned above. PM house budgets are in hundreds of millions lavish cars and life style at the expense of poor people. shame on all of us for bringing these people in repeatedly
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Jul 30, 2017 03:09pm
@Shaukat Ali Khan ok but next time pay for their loot from your pocket not mine please
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Jul 30, 2017 03:09pm
@Mohsin you guys are never happy. Whether he pays by himself or take from government. People gets disqualified for corruption, but it's not true in his case, they disqualified him for not taking money from a company.
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Jul 30, 2017 03:13pm
@Peace
Thank.you Supreme Court for getting rid of Nawaz. Now please make sure they are all held accountable in trial court. Is that better?
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Jul 30, 2017 03:17pm
While in Murree try to ponder what have you done for the poor? Health, education are at the bottom line. NS will be accountable in the day of judgement too as he was head of the state. There is no such tyrant ruler in modern day get successful reign.
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Jul 30, 2017 03:18pm
@Abi , it was party time for all of them, still have my reservations if it is over yet.
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Jul 30, 2017 03:28pm
@Shaukat Ali Khan prayers are answered forxthe right cause.
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Jul 30, 2017 03:31pm
@rajab he had to handover the paperwork and make sure that the ongoing projects don't get interrupted. Running a state's affairs are not a small thing.
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Jul 30, 2017 03:32pm
Although being a staunch supporter of his opponent, now one may feel sorry for him ...
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Jul 30, 2017 03:36pm
soon he will be joined by Imran Khan for holidays in Murree because he will also be disqualified.
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Jul 30, 2017 03:36pm
I don't see much change. Nawaz is removed that's good. But Shahbaz is taking over. Is he not corrupt?
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Jul 30, 2017 03:36pm
There is a lesson for all of us in this sad saga of Panamagate, especially for those who enjoy power, that what we do will eventually catch up with us, sooner or later.
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Jul 30, 2017 03:37pm
As an ex Head of State, any PM is entitled to so many constitutional privileges that would be available to Nawaz Sharif, unless cancelled through amendment by the Parliament by 2/3rd majority.
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Jul 30, 2017 03:45pm
@rajab Generally a grace period is given to vacate a house. He left quickly in 2 days. The usual period for vacating govt or private accomodation is a month after notice.
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Jul 30, 2017 03:46pm
@umair26 when u r given a government accomodation ur family lives in it. Or any other relative or even friend. Its ur discretion.
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Jul 30, 2017 03:47pm
@Harmony-1© Protocol is generally given till the individual leaves
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Jul 30, 2017 03:56pm
Good Riddance.
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Jul 30, 2017 03:58pm
@Mohsin 110% agree
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Jul 30, 2017 03:59pm
@Shaukat Ali Khan yes return to loot the tax money again
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Jul 30, 2017 04:06pm
Thank you for your service. However, you should have resigned much earlier. In a way it is good that you went through some sort of legal process and the Supreme Court of Pakistan established a PRECEDENT Of MONUMENTAL IMPORTANCE while deciding against you. You have been on the national scene for a long time. It is not time to go into your achievements and blunders. At this time, I wish you the best of luck and best of health.
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Jul 30, 2017 04:14pm
Alhamdolillah
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Jul 30, 2017 04:25pm
Good riddance
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Jul 30, 2017 04:26pm
@Faisal These rules are applied on retirement not on dismissal. On dismissal you don't get paid any benefits.
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Jul 30, 2017 04:56pm
@Mohsin who told you he will be staying in the government house?
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Jul 30, 2017 05:20pm
@Mohsin he has a house in Murree.
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Jul 30, 2017 05:21pm
@Zubair How much tax do you pay in Pakistan?
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Jul 30, 2017 05:25pm
No doubt the decision was correct and PM should have resignes last year himself but at the same time, I hope everyone realizes that he is walking out and departing so no need for additional.comments. his assets should be siezed but the guy has been a PM in Pakistan and has state secrets and neess to be protected just like past PMs and Presidents.
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Jul 30, 2017 05:29pm
The system is still the same.. His brother will be the prime minister. The son of his brother will be the chief minister of Punjab. Maryam Nawaz will still hold her office. This means they still can make more money... Another revolution is needed to finish off this family making business with the taxpayers money.
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Jul 30, 2017 05:30pm
@Mike sorry mate, he has been declared dishonest and corrupt by our Supreme Court. Corrupt while holding public office is treason against ones motherland. No respect there, as much as one feels.
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Jul 30, 2017 05:34pm
@Peace that's just one offence. Read the whole judgement
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Jul 30, 2017 05:38pm
History will remember ex P M Nawaz Shariff as a man who readily agreed to abide by the ruling of the Supreme Court. The orderly exit of him from the Prime Ministers Office / House and bidding farewell to his staff and bureaucrats, is a display of maturity in Pakistani Politics and Democracy.
Well done Mr Nawaz Shariff, Thank You for your service to Pakistan.
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Jul 30, 2017 05:55pm
You will be back soon iA - Me Rightful Owner!
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Jul 30, 2017 05:57pm
What can anybody say?
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Jul 30, 2017 06:01pm
Beauty of democracy and great job Mr NS for upholding law and democratic way. That the lesson for people of Pakistan no matter what you think follow the law.
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Jul 30, 2017 06:09pm
@peace you really need to get your facts right. The SC declared him dishonest as he didn't declare he was chairman of a co in UAE. He was getting paid irrespective of the fact whether he collected his wages or not he had 7 years to come clean. Now that he is being found out he has twisted the argument around to say he was disqualified for not taking his wage. Anyone who has followed the case can see thru this, unless you happen to be part of the awam that has eaten a plateful or few of the biryani that came from him and will believe whatever bye says.
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Jul 30, 2017 06:42pm
Visa and aquma are two different things see that ( the former petroleum minister said, “To my understanding of legal matters, there is no harm in possessing an iqama — it’s just a visa — but nowadays, laws are being interpreted in ways that are stranger than ever.”)
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Jul 30, 2017 06:50pm
@MSAlvi He is coming back with full force. He is still most popular and honest among all these politicians
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Jul 30, 2017 06:54pm
@UMER AFZAL like everybody is paying tax in this country. He has been paying business and personal tax more than any politician
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Jul 30, 2017 07:09pm
Mr PM you will be back. Stay blessed
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Jul 30, 2017 07:22pm
Great leader and an awesome person. Will be missed dearly. Appreciate all your efforts towards the prosperity and development of Pakistan. Stay Blessed.
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Jul 30, 2017 07:54pm
@Kashif Khan Very well said in precise way. Hats off
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Jul 30, 2017 07:58pm
@Shaukat Ali Khan
I appreciate your comment and join your prayer too.
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Jul 30, 2017 09:46pm
@Shaukat Ali Khan
I sincerely pray for you...
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Jul 30, 2017 10:34pm
@Tabassum_UK - I totally agree and support your comments and add that there is NO place in any civilised society for corrupt politicians, dishonest bureaucrats and greedy businessmen. Pakistani people wants corruption free nation along with justice, education, health care and security for all, irrespective of creed or social status.
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Jul 30, 2017 11:49pm
Good riddance.
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Jul 31, 2017 12:24am
@Peace MSAlvi is absolutely right.
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Jul 31, 2017 12:28am
thanks God. good riddance for rest of NS life...
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Jul 31, 2017 12:30am
@Shaukat Ali Khan
inshallah your prayer will be accepted. I'm sure SS will invite nawaz for lunch one day :)
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Jul 31, 2017 12:41am
Some of the comments really perturb mind protraying arrogance and disrespect. The factor of ethics is rapidly losing ground in the socio-political landscape of Pakistan. Morality loose currency in shameless society. A breed of uncivilized youth nurturing by a demagogue is catastrophic. If the shepherd goes astray, whom the sheep will follow for their direction- thats the present dilemma of this hapless nation.
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Jul 31, 2017 12:44am
@umair26 because PM didn't have any small children.
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Jul 31, 2017 01:14am
Not u/stood wheather the decision of SC was on panama case or DXB income case ?
2) where the zardari cases have gone ?
3) has it been decided that no civilian govt will complete its mandated period of five years. ?
4) Aam public ki kaheen shunwaee nahi.
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Jul 31, 2017 01:17am
The charges and evidences need to be proved. Nothing has been proved till date except his election deceleration. That looks harsh considering some money here and there. No doubt last judgement is weak and certainly demands a review.
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Jul 31, 2017 01:23am
@rajab Send him the bill. 50 lakh/day. If he doesn't pay confiscate, send a tax bill.
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Jul 31, 2017 01:24am
@Mike A PM disgraced 3 times. He is a convict now.
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Jul 31, 2017 01:27am
@Hassan That also supported and paid for by our taxes.
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Jul 31, 2017 01:33am
Its not u/stood whether the decision was on panama case or DXB income case.?
2) where Zardari's cases have gone ?
3) There are cases against Imran Khan ?
4) whats the future of political parties and politics in our country
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Jul 31, 2017 01:35am
This is the right time to pesticide the PM house so all old bugs, termites, cockroaches and poisonous creatures those lived years will be cleaned out and new comers will work for country with honesty and sincerity..
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Jul 31, 2017 01:40am
Can he afford to go to Murree?
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Jul 31, 2017 03:58am
it would have been much more justified and honourable if the DISQUALIFIED Nawaz Sharif took off to a private accommodation or hotel in Murree. Such eyewashes are detrimental to his own credibility and stature as a political leader who become leeches to the system. He shifted to Government House Murree. Is that not a STATE run accommodation paid for by Tax-Money? disqualification is a dishonourable affair if one has the character to feet it. This is a slap on the face of the so-called democracy and noon supporters that a dishonest person leaves the PM house to reside in another Class-1 category state residence with full security detail and protocol.
SHAMEFUL
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Jul 31, 2017 04:37am
@Abi It appears whole money laundering machinery and state enemies were residing in PM house conspiring!
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Jul 31, 2017 04:43am
These people seem to have no respect for Pakistan and the esteemed positions they held....time to send the royal family home for good.
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Jul 31, 2017 05:55am
Go Nawaz Go....
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Jul 31, 2017 05:56am
@Shaukat Ali Khan I wish your prayers are never answered....
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Jul 31, 2017 05:57am
@Mohsin He has a house in murree, the renovation of which was done by poor people of Pakistan.
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Jul 31, 2017 06:25am
@Shaukat Ali Khan ... you have a right for your opinion, but brother there is a saying that we should think before we speak . All i can say.
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Jul 31, 2017 06:31am
Hope he has left forever.
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Jul 31, 2017 07:50am
@Shaukat Ali Khan Are you serious?
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Jul 31, 2017 09:17am
Please return back next year for sure..we need you sir..!
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Jul 31, 2017 09:26am
Like a desert miss the rain and we miss you..
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Jul 31, 2017 12:33pm
Pakistan is now some 70 years. The first general election was held 47 years ago. How many PMs have come since, how many were dethroned? Perhaps there is a talent deficit amongst the honest.
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Jul 31, 2017 01:20pm
NS never learned any lessons from his past blunders!
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Jul 31, 2017 02:31pm
mia sahab is good man
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Aug 01, 2017 08:49am
@Mohsin
Agreed, people are poverty-ridden and this guy is spending taxpayer money and looting poor people of his country.
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Aug 01, 2017 10:46am
All politicians are corrupt so no need for PM to vacate his office. Sad day for Pakistan.
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Aug 01, 2017 11:30am
whatever is said against NS regarding involvement money laundering but it is clear as day that he is not morally corrupt.
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Aug 01, 2017 01:23pm
If given opportunity most of the people would have certainly followed his path to become rich. People blame because they were left behind did not find the opportunity.
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Aug 01, 2017 01:39pm
Very sad development.
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Aug 02, 2017 03:25am
@Ahmed
Is it indeed!
A Farce!
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Aug 02, 2017 03:25am
@Shaukat Ali Khan
You don't sound like a sincere person (if you wish for that!)
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Aug 02, 2017 10:53am
Pakistan should move forward, there should be a way for common person with intelligence to govern Pakistan other than clans in charge.
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