In Islamabad, Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), announced that his WhatsApp account had been hacked, warning the public against fraudulent messages being circulated in his name.
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Speaking to media outside the Islamabad High Court, Barrister Gohar said that his WhatsApp number was compromised earlier in the day and that his account had also been deleted. He cautioned that hackers were using his account to request money from contacts.
#BreakingNews: Whatapps number of Chairman @PTIofficial @BarristerGohar has been hacked. “Urgent – my WhatsApp number was hacked this morning sometime about 11am. The WhatsApp now stand deleted from my cell; some requests for money transfers have been made – please ignore all…
— Zahid Gishkori (@ZahidGishkori) March 31, 2026
He urged everyone to ignore any financial requests or suspicious messages sent from his number, stressing that these were not authorized by him. “Hackers are sending messages asking for money; all such requests should be ignored,” he said.
The PTI chairman further stated that he has approached the relevant authorities to address the issue and initiate action against those responsible. He expressed concern over the misuse of personal communication platforms for fraudulent activities.
Cybersecurity experts often warn that hacked accounts can be used to deceive contacts into transferring money or sharing sensitive information. Public figures, in particular, are frequently targeted due to their wide network of contacts and visibility.
Authorities advise users to verify unusual requests through alternate communication channels and avoid sharing personal or financial information without confirmation. Enabling two-factor authentication and regularly updating account security settings are also recommended to prevent such incidents.
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The incident highlights growing concerns around digital security and online fraud, with officials urging greater awareness and vigilance among users to protect themselves from cyber threats and scams.