Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, stated that if justice is properly served in connection with the July Movement, it will ensure that oppressors can no longer reemerge in the country. He made the remark early Thursday (May 8) while speaking to reporters after visiting the grave of former Assistant Secretary General Barrister Abdur Razzaq at the Azimpur graveyard.

He said that Barrister Razzaq had been forced to leave the country due to harassment and political conspiracies by the Awami League government. “He symbolized resistance against oppression and stood firmly for the oppressed,” Dr. Shafiq added, expressing disappointment that today's legal community does not uphold Razzaq’s ideals, which he believes are essential for ensuring justice for the people.

Recalling past persecution, the Jamaat leader emphasized that no other party had suffered like theirs — with leaders executed and others dying in prison. Expressing hope for justice in the case of ATM Azharul Islam, he said he expects Azhar to be released and return to lead the party. Justice in these matters, he concluded, would be a barrier against the return of authoritarian forces in Bangladesh.