Punjab Caretaker Minister for Information, Culture, Forests and Fisheries Ahmed Waqas Riaz on Wednesday explained, in detail, the facilities available to the former prime minister Nawaz Sharif inside the prison.

Along with his daughter Maryam Nawaz, Nawaz is currently serving his prison sentence at Adiala jail after being convicted in the Avenfield reference by an accountability court.

While addressing a press conference, Riaz explained that Nawaz was being kept in a separate cell, he has also been allotted space for walking, a functional washroom and as well as a cook to make food for him.

“On July 14, Nawaz was provided with better facilities. The prison’s medical staff checks Nawaz’s vitals on a regular basis,” he remarked. “The ousted prime minister’s health has improved and all types of fruits are being provided to him,” he added. Furthermore, Nawaz’s family has also met him, Riaz shared.