Tigran Gambaryan, a compliance officer at Binance, strained Nigeria-US relations after authorities detained him for ten months on money-laundering charges, and he contracted malaria and pneumonia.
He recently left Nigeria for the US on a medical plane, highlighting the diplomatic tensions surrounding his case.
In a troubling chapter that has strained relations between Nigeria and the United States, Tigran Gambaryan, an executive at Binance Holdings Limited, found himself at the centre of a complex legal battle.
A recent report by The New York Times highlights the challenges he faced during his ten-month detention by Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on money-laundering charges.
While Gambaryan, a compliance officer for Binance, endured this ordeal, he unfortunately suffered serious health issues, including malaria, double pneumonia, and a herniated disk.
His plight unfolded amid the Nigerian government’s pursuit of a case against the cryptocurrency company.
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In March 2024, a dramatic twist occurred when Gambaryan’s colleague, Nadeem Anjarwalla, managed to escape from their Abuja guest house.
Guards had led him to a nearby mosque for prayers during Ramadan, thus providing an unexpected opportunity for freedom.
After eight long months of legal struggles, Gambaryan was finally discharged by a court this week.
The following day, a medical team evacuated him from Nigeria on a plane equipped to address his health needs.
As he departed Abuja for the United States, the report underscored the diplomatic tensions surrounding his case and the challenges faced by both countries in navigating this complex situation.
