Mohammed Idris, Nigeria’s minister of information and national orientation, emphasized that Gambaryan enjoys full consular support from his home government.

The Nigerian government has refuted allegations that Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan is suffering from poor prison conditions. In a June 21 statement, Mohammed Idris, Nigeria’s minister of information and national orientation, asserted that Gambaryan receives adequate medical care and full consular support. Idris emphasized the government's commitment to a lawful trial and judicial integrity.

The statement followed a visit by U.S. Representatives French Hill and Chrissy Houlahan to the Kuje Detention facility on June 19, 2024, where they met Gambaryan and subsequently called for his release via a video posted on social media. Idris reiterated that Gambaryan’s detention is based on a court order and only the court can modify the terms or order his release. He stressed that Gambaryan has access to necessary healthcare services despite being in custody:

"It has become necessary for the Federal Government of Nigeria to address claims that Binance Executive Tigran Gambaryan is being held in unsavory prison conditions in Nigeria or that his health is deteriorating. We would like to state that these allegations are false and should be ignored."

Idris assured that Gambaryan enjoys full consular support from his home government and the Nigerian government remains committed to protecting his basic rights, including quality healthcare and a fair trial. The statement highlighted Nigeria's intent to pursue justice against Binance, noting similar legal actions in other countries.

Gambaryan’s wife, Yuki, has appealed to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to follow the example of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), which recently withdrew charges against him. She cited Gambaryan’s extensive experience combating money laundering and tax evasion, emphasizing his decade-long tenure as a special agent at the U.S. Internal Revenue Service.

During a hearing on June 21, Abdulkadir Abbas, a director at the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission, resumed his testimony in the EFCC’s case against Binance and Gambaryan, reaffirming that Binance had not obtained the necessary registration to operate in Nigeria. The case has been adjourned to July 1 for the continuation of cross-examination.