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Health of Detained Binance Executive Deteriorates in Nigerian Prison

Tigran Gambaryan, held since February, faces severe health issues and lack of legal access, family and legal team report.

  • Gambaryan suffers from a herniated disc, throat infections, and pneumonia, requiring specialized medical treatment.
  • Family claims he is bedridden and denied access to his legal team since late July.
  • Nigerian authorities dispute the severity of his health condition, stating he is doing 'fine' in detention.
  • US lawmakers have intervened, urging the Nigerian government to release Gambaryan on humanitarian grounds.
  • Gambaryan was initially detained on tax evasion and money laundering charges, with tax charges later dropped.
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