LAHORE: Justice Abid Aziz Sheikh has taken oath as the Acting Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court after Chief Justice Aalia Neelum left for the United States to attend an international judicial conference.
On Saturday, Chief Justice Aalia Neelum departed for the USA to participate in the global event. In her absence, Justice Abid Aziz Sheikh was appointed as Acting Chief Justice to ensure smooth functioning of court affairs.
The oath-taking ceremony was held at the Judges’ Lounge of the Lahore High Court. Justice Shams Mahmood Mirza administered the oath to Justice Abid Aziz Sheikh. The ceremony was simple yet dignified, attended by judges of the Lahore High Court.
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Following the oath, fellow judges congratulated Justice Abid Aziz Sheikh on assuming his new responsibilities.
Justice Aalia Neelum is expected to represent Pakistan at the international judicial conference during her visit abroad.
