On a fateful day in Abuja, Nigeria, Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan was seen in a state of distress as he entered a courtroom, pleading for assistance from a seemingly indifferent prison guard. The video capturing this moment paints a dire picture of a man grappling with physical and emotional pain; his urgent pleas for help resonate with the frustration and injustice he has been enduring since his detention began.

Tigran Gambaryan, a former U.S. Internal Revenue Service agent and the head of financial crime compliance for Binance, found himself in Nigeria's capital at the government's invitation last year. Initially placed under house arrest alongside his colleague, circumstances took a grim turn when his colleague managed to escape, leading to Gambaryan's transfer to the notorious Kuje prison. Here, he faced charges of tax evasion and money laundering, despite a lack of concrete evidence from Nigerian officials who made ambiguous claims about Binance's role in the devaluation of the national currency.

In court, Gambaryan, limping and in evident pain, reached out to a prison guard for support. Video footage reveals the guard initially relenting but then pulling away, instructing Gambaryan to walk by himself, despite his visible anguish and repeated assertions that he could barely move. This incident underscores not only the physical toll on Gambaryan but also the emotional brutality of being denied basic compassion.

The situation worsens as Gambaryan's health deteriorates. His family's spokesperson revealed that multiple serious ailments afflicted him due to substandard prison conditions. Despite these challenges, Nigerian authorities have repeatedly denied him adequate medical care and access to his legal representatives, complicating his ability to defend himself legally and maintain his health.

Given his drastic health decline, Gambaryan's legal team made a desperate plea for bail on medical grounds, highlighting his urgent need for specialized treatment. Previous bail attempts were thwarted by prosecutors claiming Gambaryan’s condition was satisfactory, contradicting medical evidence and the visible suffering showcased in court footage.

Public reaction has been one of outrage and sympathy for Gambaryan, prompting calls for international intervention. His wife's heartfelt statements and relentless advocacy stress the severity of Gambaryan's circumstances and the broader human rights implications. She implores the U.S. government to intensify efforts to secure his release, fearing permanent damage or worse if no action is taken.

Gambaryan's ordeal is not a solitary narrative but a reflection of broader concerns about the treatment of foreign nationals and the respect for legal rights under international scrutiny. His initial arrival in Nigeria, under the premise of cooperation, has spiraled into a nightmare of legal entanglements and personal suffering.

As the world watches, the outcry for justice grows louder, mirroring the plea that Gambaryan voiced in court: a cry for help, a demand for justice, and a test of the integrity of international legal standards. The coming days are crucial, not only for Gambaryan but for the principles of human rights and justice globally. Will the world answer his call?

Last edited at：2024/12/16