U.S. Diplomatic Pressure on Nigeria Over Tigran Gambaryan Intensifies
The United States is ramping up its efforts to persuade the Nigerian government to release detained binance executive Tigran Gambaryan. Gambaryan, who has been held since February on money laundering charges, has become a focal point in the diplomatic relationship between the two countries.
According to a recent report, senior State Department officials have highlighted Gambaryan's detention as a key issue affecting U.S.-Nigeria relations. Secretary of State Anthony J. Blinken and the U.S. ambassador to Nigeria have both advocated for Gambaryan's release in discussions with Nigerian authorities.
Well-known for his role in overseeing regulatory compliance at binance, Gambaryan's arrest has sparked concerns about Nigeria's handling of the case and raised questions about his level of authority within the company.
Tigran Gambaryan’s Deteriorating Health in Nigerian Detention
Gambaryan's deteriorating health condition in Nigerian detention has further fueled calls for his release. U.S. Representatives French Hill and Chrissy Houlahan visited Gambaryan in prison and observed his poor health, including symptoms of malaria and double pneumonia.
A distressing video of Gambaryan breaking down during a court hearing has prompted renewed demands for his immediate release. Hill, reacting to the footage, emphasized the urgency of the situation and called for swift action to ensure Gambaryan's well-being.
In the video, Gambaryan is shown struggling to walk due to an untreated herniated disc, and his emotional outburst underscores the severity of his situation. binance has echoed these concerns, emphasizing the urgent need for Gambaryan's release on humanitarian grounds.
binance Calls for Gambaryan’s Release
binance has continued to advocate for Gambaryan's release, emphasizing the deteriorating state of his health and the humanitarian imperative of his situation. The crypto exchange has expressed deep concern over Gambaryan's condition and urged the Nigerian government to allow him to return home.
The spokesperson for binance emphasized that Gambaryan's detention is unjust and highlighted the urgent need for his release to address any outstanding issues and resume normal operations.
As diplomatic pressure intensifies and concerns grow over Gambaryan's health and well-being, the spotlight remains firmly on Nigeria's handling of the situation and the urgent need for resolution.
