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Former president retired Gen Pervez Musharraf is "growing weaker rapidly" due to an unspecified illness and so cannot return to Pakistan to face the treason case against him just yet, according to All Pakistan Muslim League (APML) leader Dr Muhammad Amjad.
On March 31, 2014, the former dictator was indicted for suspending the Constitution on Nov 3, 2007. He, however, left the country in March 2016, for Dubai to "seek medical treatment" and hasn't returned since.
Musharraf has since been declared a proclaimed offender, with a special court now considering ways to extradite him.
Dr Amjad, a former chairman of the political party Musharraf had formed, linked the former president's absence with a new ailment, which he said requires him to go to London for treatment every quarter.
"Pervez Musharraf had a fracture in his spine, for which he got treated in the USA," Dr Amjad told the media in a presser following a meeting of the APML central executive committee (CEC). "But nowadays he is being treated for a separate ailment. For this, he has to go to London after every three months.
"We cannot tell the nation about the ailment right now but we will tell the court about it and also present the ailment's documentation to the chief justice. Musharraf is growing weaker rapidly so we cannot put his life at risk."
Dr Amjad, who resigned as the APML chair last month, said that his client would return to Pakistan but on the guarantees that he would be given a free trial and also allowed to leave the country for treatment.
He said that the party tried to bring Musharraf back to the country before the July 25 general elections but "hurdles were created in his way".
Dr Amjad reiterated that Musharraf wants to appear before the court and is in consultation with his legal team to decide when and how to return.
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Yes. He is sick, that's why he's enjoying Cricket match with cigar.
Get well soon Musharraf sahab... God bless you with good health and long life...
He was in power for 8 plus years and doesn't build a single hospital where he could be treated. Didn't add a single MW of power generation. Gave NRO to stay in power. Daily explosions and sold our soul to Amreeka. He was the worst thing for Pakistan. Previous government fixed a lot of that mess.
President Pervaiz Musharraf’s health has detoriated quite rapidly and his priority should be on taking care of his health issue and other legal matter can wait particularly in view of frivolous charges brought against him. The nation wish Gen. Pervaiz Musharraf all that is best and stand behind him during these difficult time. Requesting all the patriots to keep him in in your thoughts and pray for his health and full recovery.
Well , I wish him good and quick recovery, but it sounds like cancer, I hope that i am wrong.
Get we soon But I am wondering as to source of funding of his medical bills. It costs a fortune for treatment of even for a minor ailment I'm UK USA
Brave commando of Pakistan.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery
Mr Musharraf has not committed any crime in Pakistan. His tenure was corruption free, otherwise,the two political parties would have by now bankrupted Pakistan and nation liability that has exceeded Rs 28trillion now would have been more than Rs60trillion, if Mr Musharraf have not ruled for 9 years.Our enemy is corruption and not those who are not corrupt and we must be clear in our direction.
I think he should apply for treatment in India.
Yes this seems very true, He is not in good health and since last two three months this is very evident in his weekly TV appearance on one of the channels. Many of his followers have voiced their concerns too.
He does look sick, in his interviews he can hardly speak. He seems to have deteriorated fast, there is no doubt about his condition. I hope he can recover and live a long life, his views are valuable.
leave him alone , he has served the country catch all those who have looted the country and instead of investing in pak they invested in London, Dubai, usa, and many more countries leave him for last
Yeah right. He is very sick but he can watch cricket match in the stadium, he can dance, and he can appear on Indian TV whenever invited. He can do everything but appear in the Pakistani court!!
Wasn't he seen enjoying cricket match in Dubai?
Dr. Amjad is talking about a free trial or fair trial?
Yes, this brave comrade looks unwell and deserves treatment wherever possible. We must not forget that he is the ONLY Pakistani leader who has the bravery to consistently talk openly and loudly and clearly about Indian atrocities against Pakistan and Kashmir. Salute to him.
@RAja Raman Anything wrong in sick person watching cricket and smoking. Sharjeel memon is in pakistan in jail, was moved to hospital for tea and honey treatment in johny walker bottles. Give us a break.
A leader much loved by pakistanis. In his time pakistan was progressingfast economicalky, diplomatically and internationally.
Just by looking at former president Musharraf, one can tell that he's not well.
Get well soon, Mr President.
have him treated in jinnah hospital like thousands others do.
His spine problem is still preventing him from returning to Pakistan a three hour trip from Dubai, but he can travel 16 hours to the US.
It looks very bad when an army general escape from his country avoiding court trial. It also gives bad name to Pakistan. Some people still support this absconder!
Do we have not close relations with Dubai? Then what is the problem in getting Musharraf back? It looks either the government is not serious or is afraid of Musharraf will reveal some secrets!
Yes, he looks weaker in every other interview.
@Zaki, Previous government fixed a lot of mess by leaving country financially broke. All the money went to Shariffs accounts and properties,
Mushy is a hero who saved Pakistan from certain destruction - we should be thankful to him
Musharraf did his best during his tenure under the complex circumstances. People forget the economic stability we jad during his time. He is a patriot and deserves a fair trial for nation to move on. Focus on ex leadership who has caused havoc in our beloved country
Get well soon President Musharaf. You were undoubtedly one of the best leaders we have had. We pray for your recovery.
@Zaki Our national debt came down from $39 to $32bn. People followed traffic rules on roads, embassy's abroad worked like a first world country. He increased MW supply, he gave positive image to the world, He was left dealing with foreign funded terrorists from everywhere . He promoted good officers, who are now in command and are wiping out enemy funded terrorists.
Pak Commando should get treatment in C.M.H. They are best hospitals in Pakistan.
@RAja Raman
His illness is quite apparent. He has aged rapidly in the last year and his weakness is clearly visible. The fact that he can watch cricket and have a cigar is not proof of him being in sprightly health.
whatsoever be the illness General sahib must face courts. illness could be treated here
@RAja Raman what an idiotic moment. Does an unwell person have no right to see a cricket match. Plus illnesses have various types of constraints.
This commondo should learn from a civilian, Mia Shaab how to face courts. He does only TV talks from Dubai
@Zaki The most development of Pakistan after Ayub khan's tenure took place during General Musharraf's regime,it is a FACT,the media over the years has not highlighted this,and the current prime minister Imran khan does not mention it either.
He is friend of PTI and enemy of PML-N. PTI Government won't try to bring him back to Pakistan.
Just to look at him & the way he talks appears to be suffering from a serious disease either CA, liver & or kidney problems. My wife is not a physician but even she pointed that other day.
Wishing very best for you sir.
Yes, he looks weak and sick on his appearances on TV. He should stay where he is and take care of himself. There is no need to bother the frivolous charges in Pakistan. By the way, I never understood his charges. He just did what the other martial law administrators did. That's what martial law is about.
All fake illness.
Whenever leader has to face charges, why they are allowed to go abroad for treatment.
Law must be changed that no one facing charges will allowed to go abroad. Treatment is available in Pakistan.
@Zaki Now that is funny, you are definitely a PML-N supporter.
Honorable President Pervez Musharraf thank you for serving Pakistan as the leader of the nation The President of Pakistan and also as the Pakistan Army Chief. Salute! A honest man who did well for Pakistan. We will never forget your service.
Pakistan Zindabad! Pak Fauj Paindabad!
If General Musharraf I is really sick and needs medical treatment outside Pakistan he must get it as soon as possible.
Until IK came into power this guy was our best leader by far. Wish him all the best.
Yes he is in bad shape and condition. I met him in Houston where he was being treated. The pain was evident on his face. Even his speaking skills are affected.
During his tenure CMH in whole of country upgraded to state of the art hospitals. May he lives long
Yes it is apparent from recent visuals.
I saw the video footage of the recently concluded Asia Cup. He does appear to be ill. His posture is visibly stooped and he appears much weaker than before. In my opinion he needs a Neurological and Oncology evaluation to rule out an occult illness.
The mysterious ailment has a name. Its called " being answerable to court"
The ilemenet is called Cowrdness.
Get well soon Musharraf. He is the best leader after quaid azam
A Coward.
How strange, the specified people, particularly leaders, get unspecified diseases after being found in specified mistakes.
He certainly looks sick on television interviews. He doesn't look as solid as he used to be. I wish him a speedy recovery.
@Sayyar Khan. ???
One rule for the armyman another for the civilian who feeds him.
@Mark it was deliberate attempt to send the message to the people of Pakistan that he is no well by attending cricket match.
Only the corrupt want to bring him back to fulfill political agendas against him. Musharraf was an honest man and did what was best for the country at the time.
Cricket therapy was part of treatment. It was on doctor's orders.
He is a national Hero.
@Abc
He has done to harm Pakistan then any other leader. He got billion dollars from USA and no one know where he has spend. No accountability.
When Pervez came to power all the constitutional authority, of the country, .... supported him blindly and whole heartedly. The President and the Supreme Court, and the entire court system etc. etc. all supported him.
Now, we try to charge him with treason ? Leave the poor man alone, so he can enjoy his ill gotten wealth ... in peace and quiet, in Dubai. Punishing him, will not get your wealth back.
@Zak You do make a good point.