Bureau Report
LAHORE : University of Management and Technology (UMT) President Ibrahim Hasan Murad has lauded the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) for recovering Rs6.2 trillion for the national exchequer, describing the achievement as a significant milestone in safeguarding national wealth and combating corruption.
He expressed these views during a meeting with NAB Chairman Lt Gen (Retd) Nazir Ahmed Butt. The meeting focused on exploring avenues of collaboration between UMT and NAB, particularly in promoting educational initiatives and raising nationwide awareness about the detrimental effects of corruption.
Ibrahim Murad emphasized that combating corruption requires more than legal action and accountability measures; it demands a broader societal commitment to honesty, transparency and the rule of law. He stressed the need to instil ethical values and a sense of responsibility towards protecting national resources among the younger generation.
He observed that universities have a vital role to play beyond academics and research, particularly in promoting social reform, integrity and responsible citizenship. He added that collaboration between NAB and educational institutions could make a meaningful contribution towards building a corruption-free Pakistan.
NAB Chairman Lt Gen (Retd) Nazir Ahmed Butt said the recovery and protection of national wealth remained among NAB’s key priorities. He underscored the importance of engaging young people in the fight against corruption and said educational institutions could play an instrumental role in promoting awareness, transparency and integrity.
The NAB chairman also appreciated Ibrahim Murad’s efforts to raise awareness against corruption and emphasized the importance of strengthening engagement with academic institutions.
Both sides agreed to explore stronger cooperation between universities and national accountability institutions to promote transparency, merit and the rule of law. The proposed collaboration aims to educate young people about the harmful consequences of corruption and contribute towards building a more responsible, ethical and accountable society.
