Brother of former ISI chief faces investigation over alleged land fraud and financial irregularities as bail is cancelled and arrest orders issued

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has intensified its high-profile corruption investigation into Najaf Hameed, the brother of former Inter‑Services Intelligence Chief Lt Gen (Retd) Faiz Hameed, marking a critical phase in one of Islamabad’s most closely watched accountability cases.

Authorities allege that Najaf Hameed, a former patwari, manipulated land records for personal gain. Sources speaking to The Scoop confirm that investigators are examining forged registry documents and fraudulent land transfers, while also probing discrepancies between his declared assets and actual wealth. “Ordinary bail cannot override the necessity of custodial interrogation when public office and state records are at stake,” an FIA official told The Scoop. “We need full access to material facts and documents — custody is indispensable for that.”

The legal and investigative developments in this case have unfolded as follows:

Early December 2025: FIA registers a formal case against Najaf Hameed for alleged land record forgery. Co-accused revenue officers are identified as collaborators in manipulating official records to divert land ownership.

Late December 2025: The agency broadens the probe to include an assets-beyond-means inquiry, seeking bank statements, property records, and other financial documentation to assess whether Najaf Hameed’s wealth aligns with his declared income.

Early January 2026: Najaf Hameed applies for interim bail, citing reconciliation with the complainant in the land fraud case. The court grants temporary relief, but the FIA immediately challenges the decision, stressing the need for custody to advance the investigation.

Mid-January 2026: FIA executes raids at locations tied to Najaf Hameed and issues subpoenas to banks and land offices as part of the expanded inquiry.

27 January 2026: The Special Central Court cancels Najaf Hameed’s bail, citing the seriousness of the allegations and the need for custodial interrogation. FIA launches efforts to arrest him, but he was absent from the courtroom at the time of the ruling. Investigators are focusing on both forged land records and potential financial irregularities.

Late January 2026: FIA continues tracking Najaf Hameed’s financial activities and coordinating with institutions to gather documents, preparing for a broader prosecution that may include money-laundering charges.

Legal experts observing the case say its complexity and high profile reflect Pakistan’s evolving accountability environment. An Islamabad-based lawyer told The Scoop: “This is not just a property dispute. It reflects how public trust in land records and revenue systems must be upheld — and the consequences when those systems are allegedly subverted.”

A defence lawyer for Najaf Hameed said: “There are procedural irregularities in how this inquiry has been pursued and his client’s right to fair process must be upheld.” Despite this, the cancellation of bail indicates the court is prioritising the integrity of the investigation over temporary relief.

With multiple strands of inquiry underway — including document forgery, land fraud, asset verification, and potential money-laundering — the case remains one of the most closely monitored corruption probes in the country. Law enforcement sources tell The Scoop that investigators are leaving no stone unturned as they prepare for the next phase of legal proceedings.

The outcome of this investigation could not only define the legal fate of Najaf Hameed but also signal Pakistan’s evolving approach toward enforcement of accountability for politically connected figures. Authorities, legal observers, and the public alike will be watching closely as the FIA moves forward.