BREAKING: Binance Chief finally names Nigerian lawmakers who demanded $150m bribe for his release
The head of financial crime at Binance, Mr. Tigran Gambaryan, has named three Nigerian lawmakers who demanded $150 million bribe from him during his detention in Nigeria.
News Band reported that Gambaryan was detained and charged to court by the Nigerian government over allegations of money laundering and facilitating criminal activities.
He made the shocking revelation in a statement posted on his official X handle.
The lawmakers named in the allegation are Peter Akpanke, Philip Agbese and Ginger Obinna Onwusibe.
Honourable Onwusibe currently chairs the House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Corruption, while Agbese serves as the House’s deputy spokesman.
Though, despite past denials from the House of Representatives regarding any bribery demands, Gambaryan has now provided specific details about the alleged request, including the date and circumstances under which it occurred.
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According to his statement, the meeting took place on January 5, 2024, at the Department of State Services (DSS) office.
He claimed that the secret police officials had indicated Binance needed to comply with the lawmakers’ instructions before proceeding with any further discussions.
During a subsequent meeting with the House members, Gambaryan alleged that fake cameras were set up to create the impression of an official proceeding, though they were not operational.
He further revealed that the lawmakers ultimately demanded the bribe in cryptocurrency, to be deposited into their personal wallets.
Meanwhile, the lawmakers involved are yet to respond to the staggering allegations.
