Imran Khan's PTI Nominates Omar Ayub As PM Candidate

Islamabad: Former National Assembly speaker Asad Qaiser announced that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan has nominated Omar Ayub Khan, the party's central general secretary, as the prime ministerial candidate, as reported by Dawn. This development comes amidst ongoing political maneuvers following the February 8 elections, marred by allegations of electoral irregularities and rigging.

Earlier this week, PTI declared its intention to form alliances with various political entities at both federal and provincial levels. The party aimed to collaborate with the Majlis Wahdat-i-Muslimeen in Punjab and establish a coalition government with the Jamaat-i-Islami in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. However, Liaquat Baloch of JI expressed disinterest in partnering with PTI in the province, according to Dawn.

Addressing the media outside Adiala Jail, Qaiser condemned the p
erceived electoral irregularities, alleging the theft of PTI's mandate. He announced Imran Khan's directive to organize nationwide protests against the election results, with plans to engage with protesting political parties including Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s JUI-F, the Awami National Party, and the Qaumi Wattan Party.

Qaiser underscored PTI's determination to challenge the credibility of the February 8 polls both domestically and internationally. He affirmed plans for nationwide protests and reaffirmed PTI-backed candidates' refusal to resign under any circumstances. Additionally, he stated that PTI would convene a parliamentary session in the coming days.

Former senator Barrister Mohammad Ali Saif revealed Imran Khan's selection of Qaiser's brother, Aqibullah Khan, as the speaker of the KP Assembly. Saif conveyed Imran's message regarding the US statement on the general elections, criticizing the US for its historical support of dictators and corrupt leaders. Imran Khan's remarks were prompted by the recent US State Department press briefing calling for an investigation into allegations of electoral fraud and manipulation, as reported by Dawn.






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