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Binance to Cease Nigerian Naira Services Amid Regulatory Disputes

The cryptocurrency exchange faces legal challenges and government scrutiny in Nigeria, with accusations of currency manipulation and a demand for nearly $10 billion in compensation.

  • Binance announces the discontinuation of all Nigerian naira services amid legal disputes and regulatory scrutiny in Nigeria.
  • The Nigerian government has accused Binance of currency manipulation, tax evasion, and illegal operations, demanding nearly $10 billion in compensation.
  • Nigeria's central bank claims $26 billion passed through Binance Nigeria, raising concerns over illicit financial flows.
  • Binance users are urged to withdraw or convert their Nigerian naira assets before the service discontinuation, with remaining balances to be converted to USDT.
  • The situation highlights the challenges of operating in Nigeria's significant but complex cryptocurrency market.
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