ISLAMABAD – The federal govt has suspended Islamabad Mayor Sheikh Anser Aziz for a period of 90 days over alleged corruption charges, according to a notification issued by the Interior Ministry on Sunday.
Aziz was placed under suspension for fair conduct of an inquiry against him, the notification said.
He is facing allegations of corruption in an intercity bus terminal project.
The former Mayor took oath as the Islamabad mayor in March 2016, has decided to approach the Islamabad High Court against his suspension.
He said he has already held a consultation with his legal team with regard to filing a petition.
