In a passionate appeal to the American government, Uki Gambaryan, the wife of Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan, has urged for intervention to secure her husband's release from detention in Nigeria. She criticized the Nigerian government for what she termed as unjust treatment, asserting that her husband, described as innocent, was being unfairly held as a scapegoat. The plea follows a court ruling denying Tigran Gambaryan's request to change his detention facility from Kuje prison to the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Expressing concern over her husband's deteriorating conditions in Kuje prison, Mrs. Gambaryan underscored the urgency of the situation, urging the Nigerian government to recognize his innocence and take appropriate action. Furthermore, she cautioned international businesses to exercise caution when operating in Nigeria, warning of the potential risks posed by government actions.
Tigran Gambaryan, a U.S. citizen heading Binance's financial crime compliance department, faces charges of money laundering, to which he pleaded not guilty. However, the court's decision mandates his detention in Kuje Prisons until his trial resumes on May 2.
The case has drawn attention to the complexities of doing business in Nigeria, with Binance revealing Gambaryan's involvement in training EFCC officials and facilitating financial recoveries for Nigeria. The circumstances surrounding his arrest during an official visit, along with the escape of Binance's Africa regional manager, Nadeem Anjarwalla, have added layers of intrigue to the unfolding saga.
