By Mohammed Bello Doka
ABUJA, 25 March 2024 - In a startling turn of events, Nadeem Anjarwalla, a key figure in the ongoing criminal investigation into Binance's operations in Nigeria, has managed to evade lawful custody. The Office of the National Security Adviser confirms that Anjarwalla absconded on Friday, 22 March 2024, sparking a coordinated effort by security agencies to bring him to justice.
Anjarwalla, who holds British and Kenyan nationalities and serves as Binance's Africa regional manager, was facing trial in Nigerian courts for his alleged involvement in money laundering and terrorism financing activities conducted through the cryptocurrency exchange platform. Despite being under a 14-day remand order, he succeeded in fleeing the country using a smuggled passport.
The escape has led to the arrest of the personnel responsible for Anjarwalla's custody, prompting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. The Office of the National Security Adviser, in collaboration with relevant authorities and Interpol, is actively pursuing an international arrest warrant for Anjarwalla.
The Nigerian government urges the public and the international community to provide any information that may aid in apprehending Anjarwalla. With his court appearance scheduled for 4 April 2024, efforts to bring him to justice have intensified, underscoring the seriousness of the charges against him and the determination of law enforcement agencies to ensure accountability in financial transactions.
Zakari U. Mijinyawa, Head of Strategic Communication at the Office of the National Security Adviser, emphasized the importance of cooperation in capturing Anjarwalla and bringing him back to face the legal consequences of his actions.
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