Islamabad, In a solemn ceremony held at the Supreme Court of Pakistan, Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Isa administered the oath of office to Mr. Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan, elevating him from his position as Chief Justice of the High Court of Balochistan to a judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan. The event, characterized by its simplicity and dignity, marks a significant appointment within the country’s judiciary system.

According to Supreme Court of Pakistan, the oath-taking ceremony was attended by notable figures including Hon’ble Judges of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, the Attorney General for Pakistan, senior lawyers, Law Officers, and officers of the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan. The proceedings were conducted by the Registrar of the Supreme Court, with officers and staff of the Supreme Court also in attendance, underscoring the importance of this occasion to the legal community and the nation.

Justice Afghan’s appointment to the Supreme Court represents not only a personal achievement but also serves as a critical development within Pakistan’s judiciary, potentially influencing the direction of future legal rulings and the interpretation of the law at the highest level.