Overview
- Former KP chief minister Ali Amin Gandapur claimed his government-provided security was ordered to stand down late at night on instructions relayed by the deputy chief security officer.
- Gandapur said his protection included a jammer, a double-cabin vehicle and 14 personnel, and he declared he would refuse any reinstated security.
- The KP Chief Minister House spokesperson said no decision was made to withdraw Gandapur’s security and no instructions were issued to relevant authorities.
- KP Information Adviser Shafi Jan also dismissed reports of any withdrawal, reinforcing the government’s position that the claim is unfounded.
- Outlets noted confusion over protocols for former officials, with the government stressing efforts to curb misinformation as Sohail Afridi serves as the current chief minister following Gandapur’s October resignation.