BCGAME - Free 5BTC Daily Bonus!- Gambaryan faces health crisis in detention
- Binance Community Demands Liberation
- Legal and medical issues complicate the case
Tensions between Binance and Nigerian authorities have escalated significantly following the deterioration in the health of Tigran Gambaryan, an executive who was detained on controversial charges. His condition has been deteriorating since he was diagnosed with malaria in May, raising concerns about the lack of adequate medical care.
A disturbing video recently emerged showing Gambaryan in a precarious condition, apparently weakened, trying to move around with the aid of crutches while being escorted by guards. The footage, captured last Tuesday, shows the executive in visible difficulty due to back complications and not receiving the necessary assistance from the guards.
“Of course I am innocent,” Gambaryan exclaimed in the video, showing his frustration and pain. In response, Binance CEO Richard Teng denounced Gambaryan’s treatment as “inhumane,” demanding his immediate release so he can receive the necessary medical care at home.
The Binance community has also rallied behind Gambaryan, expressing outrage at the treatment of the executive. The incident has drawn international attention, raising suspicions that Nigerian authorities may be using Gambaryan as a way to pressure the company.
Gambaryan’s deteriorating health has become a constant concern. He collapsed during a court appearance in May, and although a judge ordered him transferred to a hospital, reports suggest that adequate treatment was not provided. In June, after he developed double pneumonia and lost significant weight, U.S. representatives French Hill and Chrissy Houlahan visited the executive and confirmed that his condition had worsened.
Amid a legal battle, Gambaryan’s defense team applied for his release on medical bail in early September, arguing that his deteriorating health and need for surgery warranted such a move. However, Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Commission (EFCC) has contested the request, saying his condition is “manageable.” A hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, September 4, to discuss the request.
