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International Business Times
International Business Times
Business
Marvie Basilan

Binance Nigeria Accused Of Funneling $26B Untraceable Funds; 2 Senior Execs Reportedly Detained

Binance has taken a severe hit since crypto markets collapsed and regulators began probing the legality of its business. (Credit: AFP)

KEY POINTS

  • CBN's Cardoso said the bank was concerned of practices that 'indicate illicit flows'
  • He said the central bank was committed to ensuring that Nigerian financial markets aren't manipulated
  • The passports of two senior Binance executives were reportedly seized upon their detainment

Binance Nigeria has been accused of funneling around $26 billion in undetectable funds, and two of its senior executives have reportedly been detained in the country.

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