Yuki Gambaryan, the wife of Tigran Gambaryan, an executive from Binance Holdings Limited who is currently detained, recently testified before the US Parliament.
Speaking through her congressman, Rich McCormick, Yuki addressed the House Foreign Affairs Committee roundtable on Americans detained abroad. She revealed that her husband has been held in Nigerian custody for a staggering 65 days.
Yuki explained that Tigran and another executive, Nadeem Anjarwalla, were detained on February 26 as part of an investigation into Binance’s activities in Nigeria.
However, she emphasized that she couldn’t speak on behalf of the company but firmly believed that the charges against her husband were baseless and without any foundation.
Recounting the events leading up to Tigran’s arrest, Yuki shared that he had traveled to Abuja at the request of the Nigerian Government to assist with financial compliance policies, which was his area of expertise.
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As an employee of Binance, Tigran dedicated his days to investigating and combatting criminal activities on the cryptocurrency platform. However, just 24 hours after his arrival, he was apprehended and detained without any charges or explanation.
Yuki expressed her anguish over her husband’s current situation, stating that he is currently being held in the notorious Kuje prison, a facility that has housed militants associated with Islamic State and Boko Haram.
She accused the Nigerian Government of using Tigran as a bargaining chip, a devastating situation for their family.
In a twist of irony, Yuki highlighted that Tigran had previously served as a special agent for the United States General Revolution Revenue Service for over a decade.
During his time in this role, he investigated matters related to national security, terrorist financing, identity theft, distribution of child pornography, and tax evasion. This further emphasized the unjust nature of his current detention.
Obasanjonews.com reported that on April 8th, the Nigerian Government brought Binance and Gambaryan to court to face five charges related to money laundering.
The charges against them are serious and highlight the government’s commitment to combating financial crimes in the country.
This legal action serves as a reminder that authorities are actively pursuing those who engage in illegal financial activities, sending a strong message to others who may be considering similar actions.
The case against Binance and Gambaryan underscores the importance of adhering to financial regulations and laws to maintain the integrity of the financial system.
It is crucial for individuals and businesses to operate within the boundaries of the law to avoid facing legal consequences.
