Pakistani YouTubers Rajab Butt and Nadeem Nani Wala Challenge Travel Bans in Islamabad High Court

Prominent and controversial Pakistani social media personalities Rajab Butt and Nadeem Nani Wala have filed separate petitions in the Islamabad High Court seeking the removal of travel bans imposed on them. Both are facing multiple legal cases, including charges related to cybercrime, which have led to their names being placed on the no-fly list.

The petitions, submitted through their lawyers Barrister Raja Qadeer Janjua and Ahad Khokhar, argue that the travel restrictions are unjustified and are severely impacting their professional activities and livelihoods. The petitioners have named the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), the Secretary of Interior, and other relevant authorities as respondents in the case.

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According to court documents, the social media stars have requested the court to issue immediate orders for the removal of their names from the travel blacklist. The Islamabad High Court is expected to hear the petitions soon, after which it will become clear whether the travel bans will be lifted.

FAQs

1. Why are Rajab Butt and Nadeem Nani Wala banned from traveling abroad?
They are facing several legal cases, including those related to cybercrime, which have resulted in their placement on Pakistan’s no-fly list pending investigation and trial proceedings.

2. What are they seeking from the court?
They have requested the court to order the removal of their names from the travel blacklist, arguing that the ban is affecting their professional work and is unjust.

3. Which authorities have been named in the petition?
The petitions include the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), the Secretary of Interior, and other relevant government officials as respondents.

4. When will the court decide on this matter?
The Islamabad High Court is expected to hold a hearing soon, though an exact date has not been announced publicly.

5. Have they been convicted of any crimes?
As of now, they are named in multiple cases but have not been convicted. The travel ban is a preventive measure during the ongoing legal proceedings.