Imran, Bushra Bibi to be indicted in ‘illegal’ Nikah case next week

ISLAMABAD: The district and sessions court in Islamabad has scheduled the indictment of former Prime Minister and PTI founder Imran Khan, along with his wife Bushra Bibi, in the alleged illegal Nikah case on January 10.

Civil Judge Qudratullah issued a written order on Thursday, confirming the date for the indictment.

The judge directed the jail superintendent to ensure the execution of the orders issued on December 22, taking into consideration the availability of space in the prison as lawyers and media representatives are expected to attend.

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The Adiala Jail superintendent has been tasked with determining the number of people present during the indictment proceedings, as mentioned by the judge.

The court order stipulates that copies of all documents related to the case should be provided to the accused, with the charges set to be filed on January 10, 2024.

It is pertinent to mention here that Khawar Maneka — Bibi’s former husband, who had approached the court — has claimed that the marriage was illegal and against the laws of Sharia.

Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi were originally accused of marrying within the three-month “iddat period” that follows a divorce. Additionally, Maneka has accused them of fornication.