Mother of Detained Binance Executive in Nigeria Calls for His Release

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

2 years ago

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  1. Detention and Mother's Pleas
  2. Background on Charges
  3. Current Situation and Health Condition


    4. The mother of Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance executive detained in Nigeria since February, has called on the U.S. government to end her son’s detention, citing his deteriorating health.

    Detention and Mother's Pleas

    In a Sept. 18 interview, Knarik Gambaryan, Tigran's mother, urged U.S. authorities to take action to secure his release from Nigeria, claiming that he had been “wrongfully detained” and citing his deteriorating health. On Sept. 3, a video emerged showing Gambaryan’s physical condition for the first time since being detained, with him barely able to walk.

    “He’s just a regular US citizen,” said Knarik Gambaryan. “The US government has to take care of its people. He’s not a criminal.”

    Background on Charges

    Gambaryan and his colleague Nadeem Anjarwalla traveled to Nigeria in February to represent Binance in discussions with officials. Both were detained and charged with tax evasion and money laundering. Anjarwalla escaped custody in March and reportedly fled to Kenya, but he is expected to be extradited to face charges. Nigeria’s tax authority later dropped the tax evasion charges, but the country’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission case involving money laundering is still ongoing.

    Current Situation and Health Condition

    Reports from Nigeria and statements from Gambaryan's family suggest that his health has deteriorated since his detention. He has reportedly developed pneumonia, malaria, and a herniated disc that may require surgery. As of Sept. 4, Gambaryan is expected to appear in court again on Oct. 9 for a bail hearing. It remains unclear whether his lawyers will be able to secure his release from prison or get court permission for travel outside Nigeria.

    Numerous U.S. lawmakers and crypto industry leaders are calling for Tigran Gambaryan’s immediate release, citing his unjust detention. This situation raises questions about U.S. human rights obligations and the health conditions of detainees in foreign prisons.

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