By Our Reporter
The Nigerian House of Representatives has urged the public to rely on verified information concerning Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan’s $150 million bribery allegation. Gambaryan had accused three lawmakers—Ginger Onwusibe, Philip Agbese, and Peter Akpanke—of demanding a bribe during a meeting in Abuja.
While the allegation was dismissed by the Nigerian government, Agbese and Onwusibe denied the claims, vowing to clear their names through legal action. The House of Representatives released a statement cautioning against “recycled claims” targeting Nigerian institutions and public servants.
The House also emphasized that the matter is being handled diplomatically, with both the Nigerian and U.S. governments involved. They assured that the members of the House had no involvement in the alleged bribery and encouraged those implicated to pursue legal action.
Gambaryan, however, stood by his claims, stating that the allegations were based on his personal experiences and conversations with individuals knowledgeable about the events. He also emphasized that both Nigerian and U.S. law enforcement had been informed.
The dispute between Binance and Nigerian authorities dates back to early 2024, when the Nigerian government accused the cryptocurrency platform of manipulating foreign exchange rates.