The federal government has approved a three-year extension for National Accountability Bureau Chairman Lt. Gen. (Retired) Nazir Ahmed, allowing him to continue leading the anti-corruption watchdog from March 6, 2026. The move follows recent legislative changes permitting such extensions.
The extension comes under the National Accountability Ordinance, 1999, and the Ministry of Law and Justice has issued an official notification confirming the decision. Lt. Gen. Ahmed’s new tenure will operate under the same terms and conditions as his current appointment.
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This development follows the passage of the NAB Amendment Bill by both the Senate and National Assembly, which now allows the NAB chairman’s term to be extended beyond the previously fixed duration. Lawmakers approved the change to maintain continuity in leadership at the bureau.
Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Nazir Ahmed initially assumed office on March 4, 2023, following the resignation of his predecessor. His tenure has been marked by several high-profile accountability initiatives aimed at strengthening transparency across federal institutions.
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Officials highlighted that the extension ensures stable leadership at NAB during ongoing investigations and reform efforts. The decision has sparked discussions on the importance of continuity in the bureau’s mandate while addressing systemic corruption challenges.
Observers note that the amendment could set a precedent for future term extensions at federal agencies, allowing the government to retain experienced officials in key positions to maintain institutional stability and governance effectiveness.