Naqvi’s Bombshell: ‘Never Been Such Massive Scam in Pak History’ After ‘System Collapse’ Remark
Days after asserting that Pakistan’s governance system has “collapsed,” interior minister Mohsin Naqvi seen as close to army chief Asim Munir has made another explosive claim. Naqvi says he has uncovered the “biggest scam” in Pakistan’s history, alleging that judges, politicians and officials were all part of it.
Naqvi did not name anyone involved, but his string of sensational statements has fuelled speculation over whether a major power shake-up is brewing in Pakistan. Known for his proximity to Munir, Naqvi made clear that action would be taken against “every person” found responsible.
“I don’t think there has ever been such a massive scam in the history of Pakistan, where judges, bureaucrats, politicians and bankers were all involved,” Naqvi told reporters. “For 21 years, bribes were paid, and people kept taking it. We will go after each and every person responsible,” he added.
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Analysts note that Naqvi, who also chairs the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), made no mention of the military in his remarks, suggesting his comments were aimed squarely at the civilian administrative machinery. Naqvi has long enjoyed Munir’s backing and is believed to be a close relative of the army chief a connection widely seen as the reason Munir chose him as his special representative for mediation between the US and Iran.
Is Munir Using Naqvi to Send a Wider Message?
Munir, who already wields considerable power in Pakistan, appears to be elevating Naqvi’s profile to send a broader signal to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. With challenges in Balochistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir mounting for Munir, backing Naqvi for a larger political role could be one way for him to further consolidate his position.
Naqvi first signalled his intentions at the Pakistan Economic Summit last week, where he said the country’s governance system had collapsed a remark widely interpreted as an indirect jab at Sharif. He also called for the creation of new administrative units or provinces to strengthen accountability and improve access to justice.
His comments were quickly echoed by the military spokesperson, who said an administrative reset was needed both to improve governance and to address security concerns.
It has long been argued that Pakistan’s existing provinces are too large and too centralised to be governed effectively. But the country’s major political parties the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) have resisted any changes for their own political reasons. Since PML-N and PPP draw their electoral strength from Punjab and Sindh respectively, any redrawing of provincial boundaries would likely affect their political control.
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif Pushes Back
Naqvi’s remarks drew a sharp response from defence minister Khawaja Asif, who pointed out that Naqvi has held a “very powerful post” for the past three years, yet in several matters was not even answerable to the prime minister.
“If someone with such authority and influence still raises complaints, then other cabinet members should go home,” Asif said. He also criticised Naqvi for rarely attending cabinet meetings, noting he had been present only two or three times.
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“Naqvi sahib, begin the change in the system with your ministry,” Asif said, adding, “As an example, bring about a revolution in the PCB. Cricket fans are not satisfied with PCB’s performance.”
The exchange marked a rare public display of division at the top of Pakistan’s power structure. With Naqvi vowing action against powerful figures including judges and politicians alike a broader power shake-up appears to be looming in Pakistan.