Overview
- National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq issued the notification under Rule 39, making the appointment effective January 16, 2026.
- Achakzai was the sole nominee after nominations closed, with signatures verified and PTI-backed independents supporting his candidacy.
- PTI founder Imran Khan had proposed Achakzai for the role, and Chief Whip Malik Amir Dogar said 76 opposition members signed the nomination.
- The Speaker summoned a PTI delegation to his chamber and handed the notification to Barrister Gohar Ali Khan.
- Government adviser Rana Sanaullah welcomed the move as an opening for dialogue and a return to fuller committee and House participation.