Recent developments have revealed that Nadeem Anjarwalla, a prominent executive from the cryptocurrency exchange platform Binance, has successfully evaded lawful detainment, as confirmed by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA).
This confirmation follows earlier reports indicating the escape of one of the two Binance executives from the guest house in Abuja where they were being held.
The affirmation was conveyed through a statement by Zakari Mijinyawa, the Head of Strategic Communications at ONSA. Mijinyawa disclosed that preliminary investigations have indicated Mr. Anjarwalla’s departure from Nigeria utilizing a contraband passport.
Furthermore, personnel responsible for Anjarwalla’s custody have been apprehended pending further investigation. In addition to this, security agencies are actively collaborating with the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) to list the suspect and facilitate his re-apprehension.
The statement provided additional insight,
“The Office of the National Security Adviser confirms that Nadeem Anjarwalla, a key figure from the cryptocurrency exchange platform Binance, has indeed evaded lawful detainment. “Immediate steps have been taken to address this situation, including the apprehension of individuals responsible for Mr. Anjarwalla’s custody. Concurrently, efforts are underway in collaboration with INTERPOL to ensure the suspect is placed on a watch-list and brought back into custody.
“This ongoing investigation aims to shed light on the circumstances surrounding Mr. Anjarwalla’s escape and ensure appropriate action is taken.” The statement underscores the seriousness with which the matter is being addressed and emphasizes the commitment of relevant authorities to uphold the rule of law and ensure accountability.”
