NAB, Ombudsman vow stronger transparency drive

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 22nd Jul, 2026) Chairman National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Lt Gen (R) Nazir Ahmad Butt, met Wafaqi Mohtasib (Federal Ombudsman), Naveed Kamran Baloch here on Wednesday, where the two sides discussed ways to strengthen institutional cooperation, enhance transparency and accountability, and promote good governance through closer coordination between their organisations.

During the meeting, both officials exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, with particular focus on improving collaboration in addressing public grievances, strengthening oversight mechanisms and reinforcing accountability across public sector institutions.

Baloch briefed the NAB chairman on the role and performance of the Wafaqi Mohtasib, highlighting its contribution to providing speedy and free redressal of complaints related to maladministration in federal government entities.

He said the institution resolved more than 2,50,000 public complaints during 2025 and expected the number of complaints handled this year to rise to between 270,000 and 275,000.

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The Federal Ombudsman noted that the forum had emerged as a fast, accessible and reliable mechanism for citizens seeking relief against maladministration, supported by an extensive network of regional offices across the country.

Mr Baloch reiterated the institution's commitment to ensuring prompt resolution of public grievances and improving service delivery standards within federal government organisations.

Speaking on the occasion, Lt Gen (R) Nazir Ahmad Butt said there was significant potential for mutually beneficial cooperation between NAB and the Wafaqi Mohtasib in advancing the shared objectives of transparency, accountability and effective governance.

The meeting concluded with both sides expressing their resolve to enhance institutional coordination and explore avenues for greater collaboration in the public interest.