Binance Holdings Limited on Tuesday begged the Nigerian Government for the release of of its detained executive, Tigran Gambaryan. This is even as the company expressed readiness to “settle any alleged past issue” with the Nigerian Government.
Recall that on Monday, Gambaryan was arraigned at the Federal High Court in Abuja for alleged money laundering.
However, a mild drama ensued upon his appearance. As he was denied the use of a wheelchair into the court room. Gambaryan had to enter the court on crutches. Appearing to be visibly in pain and distressed.
Recall also that his lawyers had filed a new bail application on medical grounds. As well as alleged restricted access to him for trial preparation.
But the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, opposed the bail application.
Reacting to the incident at the court, the company condemned the decision of the Nigerian Government to deny Gambaryan a wheelchair during Monday’s proceedings.
This was contained in a statement made available to newsmen by the spokesperson of Binance company.
He said: “A video circulating shows the mistreatment and pain he’s enduring. The judge ordered that Tigran be allowed to use a wheelchair, with the bail hearing continuing on September 4th. We are sharing an official statement from Binance on this matter.
“We are extremely distressed by the video of Tigran in court yesterday. This video is just a snapshot of Tigran’s current reality. His health is rapidly declining. And we are deeply concerned about the long term consequences of this unjust detention.
“Nigeria does not need to keep Tigran in order for us to settle any alleged past issues. We continue to implore the Government of Nigeria to let Tigran return home. And let us continue in our engagements.
“Our recent resolutions with Brazil and India demonstrate how historical issues can be resolved through constructive dialogue and adherence to legal standards. This is the international standard of doing business,” the statement concluded.
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