Hackers successfully hijacked the WhatsApp account of PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan this morning around 11:00 AM. He confirmed the cyberattack through his official X account shortly after. Consequently, the WhatsApp application has been completely deleted from his personal smartphone.
The hackers are not extorting the PTI Chairman directly. Instead, they are aggressively exploiting his contact list. The attackers are currently sending out fraudulent requests for money transfers to his associates and friends. Therefore, Gohar issued an urgent public warning. He explicitly urged everyone to ignore any financial demands originating from his compromised number. Meanwhile, he is actively seeking recourse with the concerned authorities to neutralize the threat.
This incident exposes a severe and escalating digital security crisis. WhatsApp hijackings are rapidly getting out of hand across the country. Cybercriminals consistently use this tactic to steal identities and scam unsuspecting contacts.
Furthermore, this high-profile breach proves that Pakistan’s top brass is also highly vulnerable to digital intrusions. Hackers specifically target politicians and executives because their contacts usually have high net worths. Therefore, everyone must remain hyper-vigilant. Enable two-step verification immediately and always verify sudden financial requests through a direct phone call.
We at TechJuice have also compiled a detailed guide to help our viewers keep their WhatsApp accounts safe: WhatsApp Hijacked? The 2026 Guide to Locking Down Your Account
