US Calls for Release of Binance Employee Tigran Gambaryan Detained in Nigeria

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

2 years ago

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  1. US Diplomatic Efforts
  2. Tigran Gambaryan's Health Issues
  3. Recent Developments


    4. The US government is actively seeking the release of Binance employee Tigran Gambaryan, who has been detained in Nigeria since February 2024. US diplomats are conducting private talks with high-ranking Nigerian officials and addressing the issue at a bilateral level.

    US Diplomatic Efforts

    Members of the US government have reportedly held private conversations with Nigeria’s president, finance minister, attorney general, and trade minister, advocating for Tigran Gambaryan’s release. Gambaryan, a former US law enforcement officer and Binance’s head of financial crime compliance, traveled to Nigeria for meetings about the exchange’s business dealings. However, he was arrested on charges of tax evasion and money laundering. While the tax charges were later dropped, he remains detained on money laundering accusations.

    Tigran Gambaryan's Health Issues

    Other US diplomats, including the ambassador to Nigeria, are also pushing for his release on humanitarian grounds, as Gambaryan’s health has reportedly deteriorated. He has suffered from malaria and complications related to a herniated disk, and his family claims that he has not received adequate medical care, leading to further health issues. In late August, Binance CEO Richard Teng publicly called for his release, criticizing the Nigerian government for holding him based on 'baseless allegations.' Teng emphasized that the detention is causing severe physical and mental harm and urged Nigeria to resolve the situation amicably.

    Recent Developments

    In recent court proceedings in early September, Gambaryan was reportedly denied access to a wheelchair and was forced to use crutches. Despite these US government efforts, Gambaryan remains in the Kuje Detention Facility near Abuja, with the US continuing to advocate for his release.

    Gambaryan’s detention continues to strain US-Nigeria relations, with ongoing efforts by the US government to secure his release and ensure he receives necessary medical treatment at home.

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