Crypto Blog
The U.S. government is quietly pressuring Nigeria to release Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance executive detained in the country since February., two anonymous senior State Department officials revealed that U.S. diplomats have been lobbying Nigerian officials behind the scenes for his release.
The diplomats have cited humanitarian concerns, noting that the Binance Executive has been suffering from malaria and complications related to a herniated disk. His family also claims he has not received adequate medical care in prison, worsening his condition. Bayo Onanuga, a senior adviser to President Tinubu, acknowledged the U.S. government’s concerns and confirmed that discussions were ongoing. “Government will do all it can within the law, and also bearing in mind Gambaryan’s humanitarian rights,” Onanuga said.the country’s government for its “inhumane treatment” of the company’s Head of Crime Compliance following a video showing him in distress during a court appearance.
The former law enforcement officer was arrested during a business trip in Nigeria, where he held meetings about Binance’s operations there.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
CEO Richard Teng Reveals Binance’s Hiring Push: 700-Strong Compliance Team by 2024Crypto Blog
Read more »
What’s behind ‘Boycott Binance’ movement on X, and will it push BNB under $500?Binance, one of the largest crypto exchanges by volume, has faced recent criticism on social media platforms like X.
Read more »
‘My Living Nightmare’: Detained Binance Exec’s Wife Begs for His Immediate ReleaseCheyenne Ligon is a CoinDesk news reporter with a focus on crypto regulation and policy. She has no significant crypto holdings.
Read more »
Supreme Court hears cases pertaining to detention under the SAFE-T ActTwo incarcerated individuals push for release under new law
Read more »
Maine Gun Safety Coalition vows to push for red flag law after release of Lewiston reportThe Maine Gun Safety Coalition spoke Wednesday on the independent commission's final report on the Lewiston mass shootings.
Read more »
Denver Broncos to Release or Trade Samaje Perine: Will Cincinnati Bengals Push for aDenver Broncos to Release or Trade Samaje Perine: Will Cincinnati Bengals Push for a Reunion?
Read more »