Five Arrested in APP Fake Appointments Scandal

Five individuals involved in the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) fake appointments scandal were arrested after their interim bail was rejected by Special Judge FIA Court, Hamayoun Dilawar. The accused, including former Manager Accounts Arshad Majeed and his son Taimoor Arshad, were linked to fraudulent appointments within the APP, leading to significant financial losses. The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) continues its investigation into the case, which has raised concerns over transparency and corruption within the organization.

Key Highlights

• Arrests Made: The accused individuals were arrested after their bail petitions were dismissed by the court.
• Role of Arshad Majeed: Arshad Majeed is alleged to have played a pivotal role in facilitating the disbursement of salaries to 20 individuals who were appointed without proper documentation.
• Investigation Details: The FIA has been investigating fraudulent appointments made by Moazzam Javed Khokhar, Haseeb Ahsan, and Afzal Hans, who allegedly took bribes and misused their positions.
• Financial Impact: The fake appointments resulted in significant financial losses for the APP and compromised the recruitment process’s integrity.