Zoheb Hassan made headlines a few months back through a harrowing revelation regarding the death of his sister, Nazia Hassan. He levelled allegations of poisoning and illegal detention against the legendary singer’s husband Ishtiaq Baig.
The lawsuit against Zoheb Hassan
In response, Ishtiaq Baig, who is also a renowned businessman, filed a suit of defamation worth Rs. 10 billion in Sindh High Court. Ishtiaq Baig forewarned the same last month after the allegations made by Zoheb Hassan.
Details of the Lawsuit
Ishtiaq Baig submitted in the plaint that his wife died after a prolonged battle with cancer. He stated that the Scotland Yard team also confirmed the death of Nazia Hassan from natural causes.
He further submitted that Nazia Hassan was his lawful wife till her death. He maintained that the late singer’s marital status can be substantiated by Nazia’s legal documents in the UK. Ishtiaq Baig further submitted that Zoheb Hassan has levelled incessant defamatory allegations against him which are absolutely damaging and likely to cause irreparable loss to his reputation.
As per the lawsuit, Zoheb Hassan has given false statements regarding the divorce of the late singer. Ishtiaq Baig further submitted that Zohaib Hassan made defamatory remarks in order to gain monetary benefit from him. According to the late Nazia Hassan’s husband, the allegations made by her brother are fictitious and backed by ill-motives and pecuniary benefits.
Ishtiaq Baig pleaded with the court to issue a decree worth Rs.10 billion against Zoheb Hassan. He further pleaded that Zoheb Hassan is restrained from making any defamatory remarks at any print/electronic media till the pendency of this suit.
Conclusion
Nonetheless, Zoheb Hassan stated in August that he has sturdy proof against Ishtiaq Baig. He has not responded to the lawsuit against him as he is yet to file his counterclaim in court. It appears that fans of the legendary singer have to wait longer till justice is served.
