The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested a National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) assistant director for allegedly taking Rs. 120 million to restore canceled identity cards belonging to Afghan nationals.
According to the FIA, its Counter Terrorism Wing (CTW) arrested the official, identified as Aftab, over allegations that he received money to facilitate the restoration of canceled Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs).
Investigators subsequently raided the suspect’s residence and recovered Rs. 1.9 million in cash, according to the FIA.
The agency said Aftab allegedly used part of the remaining money to purchase plots in Havelian and Islamabad’s G-15 sector. FIA officials have also obtained documents related to the properties allegedly purchased by the suspect.
According to investigators, Aftab received the money to restore the CNICs of 51 Afghan nationals.
The FIA’s Counter Terrorism Wing is continuing its investigation into the case to determine the full extent of the alleged corruption and identify any other individuals who may have been involved.
The arrest comes as authorities continue scrutiny of identity documentation and alleged irregularities involving Pakistani CNICs issued to foreign nationals.
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