Binance‘s executive Tigran Gambaryan has been in prison in Nigeria for five months. The charges include serious allegations such as money laundering and tax evasion. However, the difficulties Gambaryan has faced during this process are far more dramatic than the case itself.
Poor Conditions in the Prison
Kuje prison not only houses Nigeria’s most dangerous criminals but also members of terrorist organizations like Boko Haram. Gambaryan is living in dangerous and inhumane conditions here. He suffers greatly due to a herniated disc in his back and has difficulty walking. His family states that despite requests for medical assistance, necessary healthcare services have not been provided.
Thanks to the efforts of defense attorneys, the trial date has been moved up by a month and will resume on September 2. Gambaryan’s lawyers have requested the trial process to be expedited, highlighting the seriousness of their client’s health condition. This development is seen as a hopeful step to prevent Gambaryan from remaining in inhumane conditions any longer.
Binance Faces Charges in Other Countries Too
Binance is facing similar charges not only in Nigeria but also in different parts of the world. However, Gambaryan’s situation goes beyond the legal challenges the company is facing. The prison conditions in Nigeria have also caught the attention of international human rights organizations. His family and lawyers emphasize that Gambaryan cannot endure these conditions any longer.
The difficult process Gambaryan is going through has also resonated with the international public. The steps the Nigerian government will take in this matter are eagerly awaited. However, first and foremost, the seriousness of Gambaryan’s health condition is the most important indicator that the judicial process needs to proceed quickly. The case could go down in history not only as a legal process but also as a human tragedy.
