Key Takeaways
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken notice of the death of Laiba Ejaz, a 22-year-old IIUI student.
- The prime minister directed immediate action against those allegedly involved in defrauding the student.
- The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has also taken notice of the alleged fraud.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken notice of the death of 22-year-old Laiba Ejaz, a student at the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI).
In a statement, the prime minister described the incident as deeply regrettable and ordered the Inspector General of Islamabad Police and the Chief Commissioner Islamabad to ensure that the accused is taken into custody without delay.
Laiba’s body was recovered from a green belt in Islamabad’s G-10 area, within the jurisdiction of Ramna Police Station. Initial circumstances suggested a possible suicide, but the final conclusion is yet to be announced.
The family of Laiba has alleged that an education consultant took millions of rupees after promising to arrange her admission to a US university, and later provided fake documents. Different reports have put the alleged amount at between Rs. 5 million and Rs. 7 million.
Family members said Laiba had completed her studies at IIUI with strong academic results and hoped to pursue higher education abroad. They also alleged that the family had arranged the money through the sale of property and other financial sacrifices.
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has taken notice of the alleged fraud and contacted Laiba’s family as part of its inquiry. The prime minister directed authorities to arrest the accused promptly and ensure that anyone found responsible is punished strictly in accordance with the law.
The alleged fraud, its exact financial details, and any connection between it and Laiba’s death are still under investigation. The case highlights the need for stringent measures to prevent such incidents in educational institutions.
The prime minister’s directive underscores the government’s commitment to addressing such cases and ensuring justice for the victims and their families.
