Binance blocks Nigerian users access to free token rewards and airdrops

Users lament the latest twist in the Binance-Nigeria saga which denies them daily earnings of up to $50.
The escalating confrontation between Binance and Nigerian authorities — from the SEC's initial warning circular through executive detentions, Tigran Gambaryan's imprisonment, U.S. Congressional intervention, mutual bribery allegations and an $81.5 billion lawsuit.
The escalating confrontation between Binance and Nigerian authorities — from the SEC's initial warning circular through executive detentions, Tigran Gambaryan's imprisonment, U.S. Congressional intervention, mutual bribery allegations and an $81.5 billion lawsuit.

Users lament the latest twist in the Binance-Nigeria saga which denies them daily earnings of up to $50.

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The country is blaming the exchange for the naira’s woes and is seeking reparations and unpaid taxes.

In response, a Nigerian official has labelled Gambaryan’s allegations outrageous and defamatory.

The EFCC asked the court to release the Binance executive, citing his failing health and behind-the-scenes diplomatic meetings between the Nigerian and United States governments.

Test Despite Tigran Gambaryan’s condition worsening, his bail request is postponed. The court is still to decide on his medical release.

Binance disputes claims about its earnings in Nigeria, while legal battles intensify amid the six-month detention of employee, Tigran Gambaryan.

Tigran Gambaryan’s legal team has not been allowed into the prison since July 26 while Gambaryan has suffered additional health complications.

A bipartisan House resolution urges Nigeria to free Tigran Gambaryan, detained since February, citing health concerns and due process violations.