Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Isa Leaves Court
Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faiz Isa officially retired today. He spent his final working day at the Supreme Court. The outgoing CJP handled several pending office issues. He worked on these important matters into the evening hours. His final departure marks the conclusion of his judicial tenure. This event signals the transition of the highest judicial office.
Farewell Reference Held in SC
A farewell court reference was organized in his honor. The ceremony took place inside the Supreme Court building. Eleven sitting judges of the Supreme Court attended the event. This group included the next Chief Justice, Justice Yahya Afridi. Justice Afridi mentioned a recent personal interaction. He noted that CJP Isa had lunch with him recently. The reference formally marked the CJP Qazi Faiz Isa Retirement.
Notable Absences From The Ceremony
The farewell ceremony was marked by several absences. Senior Judge Justice Mansoor Ali Shah did not attend the reference. Four other judges also chose not to be present. Absentees included Justice Muneeb Akhtar and Justice Atharmanullah. Justice Aisha Malik and Justice Malik Shahzad were also absent. The non-attendance of these five senior judges was notable. This highlights divisions within the senior judiciary.
Succession by Justice Yahya Afridi
The succession process will commence tomorrow morning. Justice Yahya Afridi is scheduled to take his oath. He will officially become the 30th Chief Justice of Pakistan. The oath-taking ceremony is a major state event. It will be attended by senior government figures. High-ranking judges and prominent lawyers will also be present. The oath officially completes the CJP Qazi Faiz Isa Retirement transition.
Beginning a New Judicial Chapter
The legal fraternity watched the transition closely. The departure of one CJP means a new chapter begins. The retirement follows a period of major constitutional decisions. Justice Yahya Afridi faces the task of uniting the bench. His leadership will shape the future of the judiciary.