NAB Summons Former Sehat Card Plus CEO Dr. Muhammad Riaz Tanoli on October 29 Over Alleged Financial Irregularities Involving Rs21 Billion

PESHAWAR: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has reportedly summoned Dr. Muhammad Riaz Tanoli, former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and chairman of Sehat Card Plus, on October 29, 2026, in connection with an investigation into alleged financial irregularities involving public funds.
NAB Issues Summons
According to the reported notice issued by NAB Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Dr. Muhammad Riaz Tanoli has been directed to appear in person under the National Accountability Ordinance, 1999.
He has been asked to appear before the Combined Investigation Team (CIT) at NAB's office in Hayatabad, Peshawar, to record his statement as part of the ongoing investigation.
Rs21 Billion in Government Funds Under Scrutiny
According to the information provided, the investigation concerns funds allocated to the Sehat Card Plus programme during two periods:
Fiscal Year 2023–24: Rs12 billion allocated to Sehat Card Plus.
July 2025 to July 2026: Rs9 billion reportedly released during this period.
The combined amount under review is Rs21 billion.
Alleged Financial Irregularities in Rs12 Billion Allocation
The investigation into the Rs12 billion allocated during fiscal year 2023–24 reportedly concerns the following issues:
Unaccounted expenditures.
Unverified claims.
Suspicious payments.
Suspected Irregularities in Rs9 Billion Allocation
The investigation into the Rs9 billion reportedly released between July 2025 and July 2026 is said to include the following allegations:
Issuance of allegedly fake or duplicate Sehat Cards.
Suspected irregularities in vendor selection.
Unverified claims submitted by various hospitals.
These allegations remain subject to investigation, and their validity must be established through the relevant legal process.
Documents Required for Appearance
According to the information provided, NAB has directed Dr. Muhammad Riaz Tanoli to bring the following documents when appearing before the investigation team:
Relevant bank statements.
Audit reports.
Government contracts.
Complete details of his personal assets.
The documents are expected to assist investigators in examining the use of public funds and the financial transactions under review.
Investigation Outcomes Awaited
The investigation is expected to examine the allocation and utilisation of funds under the Sehat Card Plus programme, including the reported financial transactions and claims submitted during the periods under scrutiny.
Important Note: This report is based on the information provided regarding the alleged NAB notice. The allegations have not been independently verified here. The final findings and any determination of legal responsibility will depend on the investigation, supporting evidence, and relevant judicial proceedings. A summons or investigation does not, by itself, establish guilt.