PM phones Kenyan president to press for impartial probe into Arshad Sharif’s killing

ISLAMABAD, Oct 24 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday telephoned Kenyan President William Ruto and emphasised for an impartial and fair investigation into the killing of senior journalist Arshad Sharif.

Discussing the tragic incidnent with the Kenyan president, the prime minister also conveyed serious concerns of the Pakistani nation and the media community.

 He also requested the Kenyan president to fast-track the fulfilment of formalities for returning the body of late journalist to Pakistan. 

President William Ruto expressed grief over the incidnent and assured that justice would be served in the matter.

He also assured to share the investigation report soon besides accelerating the process of returning the body of late journalist.

Just had a telephonic call with Kenyan President William Ruto about the tragic death of Arshad Sharif in 🇰🇪. I requested him to ensure fair & transparent investigation into shocking incident. He promised all-out help including fast-tracking the process of return of the body to 🇵🇰

— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) October 24, 2022