In the year 1985, a vivid childhood memory etched itself into my mind. I, barely 13 years old, watched with unbridled curiosity as the charismatic Nawaz Shareef landed in a helicopter in Faisalabad, destined to later become Pakistan's Prime Minister. Over the decades, I pursued education, delved into legal roles, and immersed myself in Maldivian politics. However, today, with a heavy heart, I express concern over Pakistan's decline. I criticize political and military leaders, including Nawaz Shareef, for alleged mismanagement and corruption. It is a plea for change, a desperate call for a new era, and a retirement beckoning for Mr. Shareef.
Working in the Office of the Attorney was not new to me. In 1995, I had served a brief stint as a State Attorney at the General’s Office. While there, as one of the junior attorneys, I was primarily involved with the prosecution of minor offenders.
At the time, it felt like just another routine day at the office. I had returned from a hearty breakfast in the court cafeteria when I received an unexpected call from a former classmate of mine at the International University of Malaysia, Mr. Ahmed Hamza.
To say the country’s criminal justice system was one-sided would be a gross understatement. Authorities had the ability to arrest individuals at will. No warrants were required. Indefinite detention was the norm.
Official findings of the multinational committee setup by the Government of the Maldives in partnership with international partners if President Nasheed on 7th February...
