Mr. Mohammad Yaqoob, who previously served as Deputy Commissioner Headquarters Sukkur, has now been posted to Peshawar as of August 1, 2025. Allegations have surfaced concerning his conduct during his tenure at the Regional Tax Office (RTO) Sukkur, painting a picture of widespread corruption and administrative malpractice.
It is alleged that Mr. Yaqoob amassed more than Rs. 20 billion through bribes by manipulating the transfer and posting process of staff in BPS-16 and below. These illegal postings reportedly became a lucrative racket, where official assignments were auctioned in exchange for personal gain. Furthermore, credible accusations suggest that he deliberately concealed official records within RTO Sukkur to facilitate bribe-taking and extend unlawful benefits to certain taxpayers.
Another deeply concerning claim relates to Mr. Yaqoob’s decision to assign aged and physically vulnerable employees—many above 55 years of age—to strenuous monitoring duties at sugar mills under Section 40B of the Sales Tax Act, 1990. These assignments, often involving long hours and physical strain, have allegedly led to serious health complications among staff.
One such case is that of Mr. Abdul Rasheed Laghari, a supervisor posted at JDW Sugar Mills Unit-I. His health deteriorated significantly, prompting his return to his hometown, where he was subsequently referred to the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) due to a heart-related emergency. A formal request was made by UDC Muhammad Rashid for his replacement, citing prior incidents where Mr. Laghari had collapsed during duty.
Similarly, Mr. Jamal Ud Din Nonari, another official posted at JDW Unit-III, has also been reported as medically unfit to continue his assignment, with appeals being made for his replacement as well.
These troubling accounts underscore the urgent need for accountability and a thorough inquiry into Mr. Yaqoob’s tenure in Sukkur. The misuse of administrative power for personal enrichment, combined with the negligent endangerment of employee health, raises serious ethical and legal concerns that demand immediate institutional response.
