US Lawmakers Urge Release Of Detained Binance Exec In Nigeria Amid Legal Clash

US Lawmakers Urge Release Of Detained Binance Exec In Nigeria Amid Legal Clash


Published Friday 21st June 2024

US lawmakers are calling for the release of Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance executive who is currently detained in Nigeria amidst a legal dispute. The lawmakers have raised concerns about his wrongful detention and deteriorating health conditions. Gambaryan, who is being held in Kuje Prison, has been reported to be suffering from malaria, double pneumonia, and significant weight loss. These health issues have prompted the lawmakers to advocate for his immediate release.

The visit by the US lawmakers to Kuje Prison shed light on the dire situation faced by Gambaryan. The executives' poor health and unjust detention have raised alarms among the lawmakers, who are urging Nigerian authorities to release him without further delay. The detention of Gambaryan, along with his worsening health conditions, has sparked international attention and calls for urgent action to ensure his well-being and rights are respected.

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