Justice Ayesha Malik sworn in as first female Supreme Court judge of Pakistan

Justice Ayesha Malik made history in Pakistan’s judicial system on Monday after she was sworn in as the country’s first female Supreme Court judge at an oath-taking ceremony inside the Supreme Court building. The Chief Justice of Pakistan, Gulzar Ahmed, administered the oath to Justice Ayesha, who was also joined by Justice Umar Ata Bandial, who has been nominated as Pakistan’s next top judge, and other Supreme Court judges. CJP Ahmed stated on the occasion that no one can take credit for Justice Ayesha’s appointment as a Supreme Court judge. “Justice Ayesha has been appointed on merit,” the CJP stated. Prime Minister Imran Khan congratulated Justice Ayesha and best wishes her.