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Binance Urges Release of Detained Executive Tigran Gambaryan, Offers to Resolve Issues with Nigeria
On Tuesday, Binance Holdings Limited announced its willingness to address and resolve any alleged past issues with the Nigerian Government.
The cryptocurrency trading platform made this declaration in response to the ongoing legal troubles facing its executive, Tigran Gambaryan, who was detained and arraigned at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday on charges of money laundering.
Binance has called on the Nigerian Government to release Gambaryan, who appeared in court under distressing conditions.
According to reports, Gambaryan was denied a wheelchair and had to navigate the courtroom on crutches, visibly suffering from pain.
His legal team had submitted a new bail application based on medical grounds and the claim of restricted access for trial preparations.
However, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) opposed this bail application.
Binance condemned the Nigerian Government’s handling of Gambaryan, highlighting a video circulating online that depicts his mistreatment and suffering.
The company expressed deep concern over his deteriorating health and the impact of his continued detention.
In response to these developments, the judge has ordered that Gambaryan be permitted to use a wheelchair, with a further bail hearing scheduled for September 4.
In its statement, Binance emphasized its commitment to resolving past issues through constructive dialogue, referencing its recent resolutions with Brazil and India as examples of how historical disputes can be settled effectively and legally.
The company stated, “Nigeria does not need to keep Tigran in detention to address any alleged issues.
We continue to urge the Nigerian Government to allow Tigran to return home so we can proceed with our engagements. This aligns with the international standards for business practices and legal resolutions.”
Binance’s appeal underscores its desire for a resolution that respects legal standards and ensures fair treatment, reflecting its broader commitment to addressing regulatory matters through dialogue and legal compliance.
The Chairman of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Torseer Yina, has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the ancient town.
The curfew takes effect from Thursday, October 8, 2026, following unrest and violent protests in the area.
According to reports, the action was taken to contain the unrest and violent protests by members of BEMOA following the death of one of its members by unknown gunmen.
The protest, which was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, turned violent after an angry mob burnt two vehicles belonging to the Benue State Civil Protection Guards.
The Gboko council chairman said the curfew takes effect immediately and warned that anyone caught flouting the order or breaching public peace would be decisively dealt with.
Nine people have died in a fatal road crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State.
The crash occurred on Monday at about 4:55pm around the Bethel area along the Ijebu-Ode/Ore axis of the expressway. It involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino truck operated by Bill Gas Solution Ltd.
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), all nine people involved in the crash, comprising three males and six females, died in the incident.
The FRSC said the crash occurred while it was raining and the road was wet, with preliminary investigations identifying speed violation as the probable cause.
The FRSC rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report, while the bodies of the victims were taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ijebu-Ode.
The Ogun State Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, urged motorists, especially commercial drivers, to obey speed limits and exercise extra caution when driving in the rain.
Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, speaks on the role and importance of teachers in the world to celebrate Teachers’ Day today.
He spoke on technology and its advancement and shared that while it is going well, teachers can never be replaced.
“These tools can help teachers reach learners and tailor instruction, but the judgement, encouragement and human connection of a skilled teacher remain indispensable,” he said.
“Every doctor, engineer, scientist, entrepreneur and public servant has benefited from a teacher and could not have become what they are today without teachers,” the minister said.
“When we honour teachers, we honour the people who make every other profession possible.”
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