Global cryptocurrency exchange platform Binance has responded to reports that its official, Nadeem Anjarwalla, had escaped from detention in Nigeria.
Confirming the report, Binance spokesperson Samantha Fuller stated that Anjarwalla is no longer in Nigeria.
“We were made aware that Nadeem is no longer in Nigerian custody. Our primary focus remains on the safety of our employees, and we are working collaboratively with Nigerian authorities to quickly resolve this issue,” Fuller announced.
The crypto exchange’s main concern is the safety and well-being of its employees, and it is actively working with Nigerian authorities to quickly resolve the situation.
However, the spokesperson did not provide details on how the executive managed to leave Nigerian custody.
Meanwhile, the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has confirmed the arrest of its official, who was allegedly responsible for Anjarwalla’s escape.
A statement by Zakari Mijinyawa, head of strategic communication at ONSA, said “preliminary investigation shows that Anjarwalla fled Nigeria using a smuggled passport.”
“The personnel responsible for the custody of the suspect have been arrested, and a thorough investigation is ongoing to unravel the circumstances that led to his escape from lawful detention,” the statement reads.
