Here are some of Senator Faisal Vawda's predictions that came true

Many Pakistani politicians have often been called spokespersons for the country’s establishment. In the corridors of power, there is always one voice that echoes the whispers of the unseen. 

Earlier, the founder of Awami Muslim League (AML), Sheikh Rashid, was deemed the unofficial spokesperson of the country’s powerful establishment. However, Vawda, following his termination from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), had been given the title of the “political insider.”

Currently, Vawda is known for his claims, bold remarks, and headline-grabbing predictions that often prove accurate. Let’s explore some of his notable predictions that prove true or might be true in the future.

Prediction about Bushra Bibi's release

During a talk show on ARY News on October 23, Vawda said that the wife of former Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi, will be released from jail in the upcoming days.

“She will be completely free, and no new cases will be made against her once her bail is granted. Regular meetings with Imran Khan will resume,” claimed the senator.

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On October 24, founder PTI Imran Khan’s spouse was released after being incarcerated for nine months in the Adiala Jail Rawalpindi.

Prediction about ex-ISI Chief Faiz Hamid's military trial

Prediction about ex-ISI Chief Gen (r) Faiz Hamid

Senator Faisal Vawda said on October 21, 2024, while appearing on Samaa’s Nadeem Malik show, that former Inter-Service Intelligence (ISI) chief General (r) Faiz Hamid will face court martial and get the punishment he deserves, come what may.

“He [Faiz] will not only be court-martialed but will also be sentenced,” Vawda said. “Others will also be punished,” Vawda added.

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On December 10, 2024, ex-spymaster General (r) Faiz Hamid was indicted on multiple allegations, including engaging in political activities, Inter Service Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement.

According to the military media wing, Hamid was charged with engaging in political activities, violations of the Official Secret Act detrimental to the safety and interest of the state, misuse of authority and government resources and causing wrongful loss to a person(s).

Currently, the former spymaster is facing Field General Court Martial (FGCM) proceedings, and the verdict is expected to come in January 2025.

At the time this story was edited, former spymaster Faiz Hamid was facing the FGCM proceedings. The military court decision is pending over Hamid's alleged involvement in political activities, the violation of the Official Secret Act and others.

Senator Faisal Vawda’s other predictions that might be true in the future.

Prediction about the gun attack on Imran Khan at Wazirabad

On 12 December 2024, Senator Faisal Vawda, while appearing on Hum News ‘FAISLA AAP KA with Asma Shirazi,’ Vawda claimed that close aides of former Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan were involved in the attack that left him shot in the leg during a rally at Wazirabad in 2022. 

“When Imran Khan finds out that his trusted people were involved in the attack on him, it will shake the ground beneath his feet,” he said.

On November 3, 2022, Imran Khan, along with other party leaders, was injured, and one party worker was killed when a gunman opened fire on the party founder’s container as the convoy reached Wazirabad’s Allah Wala Chowk.

Prediction about Journalist Arshad Sharif's Murder case

Faisal Vawda often gave the perception that, allegedly, PTI Punjab political leadership has a direct link with the murder of journalist Arshad Sharif in Kenya.

On 12 December in an ARY News programme, he emphasised that the verdict in the Arshad Sharif murder case would be the last nail in the coffin [for the PTI].

Prediction about the removal of one of the four province Governor

On 13 December 2024, Senator Faisal Vawda, while appearing on the ARY News show Aiteraz Hai, predicted that one of the four provincial Governors may lose their seat over allegations of moral corruption in the coming days. 

On being asked to reveal the name of the Governor, Vawda hinted that he was involved in illegally acquiring money, creating confusion and damaging the country's reputation. “The Governor might be changed either in a week, or it could take up to two months, but the ball is rolling now,” he added.

Currently, Sardar Saleem Haider Khan serves as the Governor of Punjab, while Faisal Karim Kundi holds the Governor's position in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). Kamran Tessori is the Governor of Sindh, and Sheikh Jaffar Khan Mandokhail represents the federal government as the Governor of Balochistan.

However, except for the Governor of Sindh, Kamran Tessori, no other Governor reacted to the Vawda claim.