Matiullah Jan Objects to Justice Dogar’s Ruling, Says It Repeats November 26-Type Order
Sajid Ali
Published September 19, 2026 | 03:30 PM
Senior journalist Matiullah Jan questioned whether the Islamabad High Court’s order, cited by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to oppose protests, effectively gave the government a “license to kill.”
Criticism of Interior Minister and Court Ruling
In a social media post, Matiullah Jan criticized Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and the recent Islamabad High Court ruling, arguing that it allowed the government to use violence against citizens protesting under the cover of court orders. He wondered if this meant the court had given the government a “license to kill.”
Comparing Court Orders
Comparing the current order with one issued on November 26, 2024, Matiullah Jan claimed that both allowed the government broad leeway to use force, resulting in similar bloodshed and deaths. He accused Chief Justice Sarfraz Dogar of providing the government with another “license to kill.”
Impact on Political Parties and Leaders
Discussing Imran Khan’s popularity and the Sharif family, Matiullah Jan noted that powerful circles or the government cannot disqualify him or make him irrelevant in national politics. He added that while Imran Khan remains a strong leader, Nawaz Sharif and his party have become completely irrelevant in the eyes of the public.
Political Consequences
Analyzing the political implications of the September 18 court ruling, Matiullah Jan likened it to January 13 for PTI historically, suggesting that while the immediate impact might not be apparent, it could lead to a formal political ban on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in the future.