Pressure is growing on the Nigerian government to release detained binance executive Tigran Gambaryan, as the crypto exchange's CEO, Richard Teng, expressed grave concerns about his deteriorating health. Gambaryan's condition has worsened significantly after six months of detainment, with Teng highlighting the urgent need for medical attention in a recent blog post.
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Teng's statement, published this week, revealed the alarming state of Gambaryan's health, citing a rapid deterioration attributed to his time in detainment. The compliance chief at the crypto exchange is facing serious health issues, including being unable to walk due to a herniated disc and experiencing severe pain as he prepares for his upcoming trial on money laundering charges.
Despite the impending legal proceedings, Teng emphasized that Gambaryan has been denied access to legal counsel and his U.S. consulate representative. The Nigerian government has also failed to provide Gambaryan's medical records, despite a court order to do so.
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Gambaryan's detainment in Nigeria, along with fellow binance employee Nadeem Anjarwalla, has raised questions about the legitimacy of the country's claims regarding the digital asset employees. The duo had reportedly been in Nigeria for crypto policy discussions with government officials and were assured safe passage.
Following their unexpected arrest, Gambaryan's health rapidly deteriorated, leading to serious concerns about his well-being. In a visit by U.S. lawmakers French Hill and Cynthia Houlahan, Gambaryan was found to be suffering from Malaria and double pneumonia, highlighting the urgent need for medical intervention.
Teng expressed deep concern about Gambaryan's treatment and urged the American government to intervene on humanitarian grounds to facilitate his return home for proper medical care and reunification with his family. The binance CEO stressed the importance of swift action to ensure Gambaryan's well-being and long-term recovery.
The situation surrounding Gambaryan's detainment continues to draw attention and calls for urgent action to address the humanitarian and legal concerns raised by his prolonged detainment in Nigeria. As the crypto community awaits developments in Gambaryan's case, the focus remains on advocating for his release and ensuring his access to essential medical care.
