Nigerian Government and Interpol Pursuing Extradition of Binance Executive

By: Eliza Bennet

The Nigerian government has reportedly enlisted the aid of Interpol in the possible extradition of a prominent figure linked to Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange. This unnamed individual previously evaded detention, while Binance Head of Financial Crime Compliance, Tigran Gambaryan, remains in custody.

Meanwhile, Binance has issued a statement clarifying that Gambaryan's role does not involve any decision-making power within the company. The exchange has thus asserted that he should not be held responsible in the ongoing discussions with Nigerian officials. Both Gambaryan and the exchange are currently under scrutiny over allegations of tax evasion.