NAB tightens probe into Kohistan scam, recovers assets worth millions

Investigators of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) have recovered high-value assets and cash worth millions of rupees as part of their ongoing investigation into the Kohistan mega corruption scandal, marking another development in one of the province’s most high-profile financial crime cases

PESHAWAR, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 10th Jun, 2026) Investigators of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) have recovered high-value assets and cash worth millions of rupees as part of their ongoing investigation into the Kohistan mega corruption scandal, marking another development in one of the province’s most high-profile financial crime cases.

During proceedings before an accountability court, NAB officials presented evidence regarding assets allegedly linked to the principal accused through individuals suspected of holding properties and funds on his behalf.

The bureau informed the court that a luxury residential property in Abbottabad and substantial funds deposited in a private bank account had been traced during the investigation.

According to NAB, the recovered assets are believed to be connected to financial transactions under scrutiny in the case.

Investigators told the court that the property and funds were among the assets identified during efforts to track the alleged movement of money and ownership of properties linked to the accused.

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The bureau maintained that the investigation is progressing on multiple fronts, including the examination of financial records, property ownership documents and banking transactions.

Officials said additional inquiries are underway to determine whether more assets were acquired through alleged illegal means and to identify any other individuals who may have played a role in concealing such assets.

Legal proceedings in the case are continuing, while NAB has reiterated its commitment to pursuing accountability and recovering public funds allegedly lost through corruption.

The Kohistan mega corruption scandal has drawn significant public attention due to the scale of the alleged financial irregularities, with investigators continuing efforts to uncover the full extent of the case and bring those responsible before the law.