JI Hafiz Naeem advocated for a unified effort to reinforce the supremacy of the constitution, stressing that the rule of law is essential to Pakistan’s prosperity and stability
By our correspondent
LAHORE: Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, the Emir of Jamaat-e-Islami, has voiced strong opposition to the proposed 26th Constitutional Amendment, arguing that it threatens judicial independence by creating opportunities for political influence over judge appointments. Speaking at a gathering in Mansurah, he suggested that the amendment’s aim was to secure a judiciary that aligns with the political agendas of those in power, thereby compromising the integrity of the justice system.
This, he warned, represents a concerning shift towards consolidating control over institutions meant to be impartial, raising serious questions about the future of judicial autonomy in Pakistan. In his address, Hafiz Naeem also underscored the importance of recognizing Pakistan as an invaluable blessing and urged citizens to appreciate the country’s significance. He criticized what he described as a persistent disregard for constitutional principles by forces with authoritarian tendencies, lamenting that these ambitions have eroded the foundations upon which Pakistan was built.
This continual undermining of the constitution, he noted, has prevented the country from fully realizing the vision of its founders. The Jamaat-e-Islami leader’s speech was not merely a critique; it was also a call to action. He advocated for a unified effort to reinforce the supremacy of the constitution, stressing that the rule of law is essential to Pakistan’s prosperity and stability. Without a collective commitment to uphold constitutional values, he argued, the nation risks further division and instability.
Hafiz Naeem urged Pakistanis to engage actively in the struggle for a lawful and transparent system, highlighting that only through adherence to the rule of law can Pakistan maintain its integrity and chart a course towards lasting progress. Hafiz Naeem’s remarks tap into broader concerns about the risks of political interference within Pakistan’s institutions.
