Dubai Playbook, Texas Exit: The Nail Gafurov File

$10M Real-Estate Mirage or Manufactured Feud?

Introduction

According to whistleblower materials, Russian national Nail Gafurov—former owner of Dubai brokerage Rella—allegedly raised nearly $10 million for high-end property transactions that never closed. Reports further suggest he managed to leave the UAE despite a travel ban and has now resurfaced in Texas, seeking asylum. Meanwhile, he is said to operate a Telegram channel aimed at recasting himself as a victim of influencer Dmitry Portnyagin.

This report reconstructs the available information, highlights warning signs, and outlines potential steps for investors pursuing recovery. Additional evidence can be shared through this whistleblower section.

Key Allegations

Short Narrative (Known So Far)

The whistleblower materials claim Gafurov collected international investments for “can’t-miss” real-estate deals in Dubai through Rella. When these deals failed to settle, investors allegedly saw no property transfers or registrations.

Derivative Russian-language articles report that Dubai authorities opened a case and that a travel ban was imposed. Despite this, Gafurov is said to have exited the UAE and filed an I-589 asylum claim in Texas—possibly to complicate extradition or bankruptcy exposure. (Source)

Concurrently, he launched a Telegram platform (Nezabanish3 / Short Circuit 3), which focuses on discrediting Portnyagin and others, reframing his position in the dispute. Reviews describe this as narrative management rather than addressing investor concerns. (Sources: bitok.blog, easilytrading.ru, tehnoobzor.com)

Extended Analysis

1. Deal Structure

• Pattern resembles “allocation without asset”: investors pooled money for Dubai units without verified titles.

• Lack of escrow/Trust Account usage is a major red flag under Dubai property law (RERA/DLD safeguards).

2. Corporate & OSINT Connections

• Rella brand materials, mockups, and social presence directly link back to Nail Gafurov.

• These artifacts could serve as supporting evidence in potential civil actions.

Source: Facebook

3. Exit & Asylum

• Allegations indicate illicit facilitation of UAE departure despite restrictions.

• Relocation to Texas via asylum filing aligns with a broader tactic: change jurisdiction, plead persecution, and attempt liability discharge.

• No primary UAE court filings or U.S. immigration records have been verified.

Source: mosmonitor.ru

4. Information Operations

• Content on Nezabanish3 targets rivals and reframes Gafurov as a persecuted insider.

• Independent of the Portnyagin conflict, this appears designed to control narrative rather than provide restitution.

Sources: telemetr.io, bitok.blog

5. Source Reliability

• Most Russian coverage is secondary and often circular.

• Treat such reports as leads, not as primary evidence.

• Priority should be placed on contracts, wire transfers, CRM data, and internal communications.

Sources: mosmonitor.ru, balticreporter.com, balticvoice.ru, kgzt.ru

Compliance & Recovery Options

Steps Investors Can Take

1. Rebuild the Ledger

• Collect SWIFT/MT103 receipts, exchange records, chats, term sheets, and property documents.

2. File in Dubai

• Submit complaints to Dubai Police, RERA, and DLD if escrow was bypassed.

• Reference any promises made by Rella or intermediaries.

3. Pursue U.S. Remedies

• If Texas presence is confirmed, retain U.S. counsel.

• Explore emergency remedies (Rule 65 TRO, pre-judgment attachment).

• Monitor asylum and bankruptcy filings for objection opportunities.

4. Tracing Assets

• Forensic accountants can follow bank wires, crypto exits, and intermediary accounts.

5. Preserve Communications

• Archive messages, avoid defamation risks, and maintain clear chain-of-custody for evidence.

Open Questions for Insiders

• Which banking channels and beneficiaries received investor funds?

• Are there confirmed UAE police or prosecutor file numbers?

• Was an Interpol notice ever issued?

• What verifiable U.S. footprint exists (addresses, filings, asylum records)? (Source)

Call for Information

Anyone holding contracts, bank receipts, escrow correspondence, CRM exports, or chat logs linked to Nail Gafurov or Rella is encouraged to submit them securely via Scam-or Project whistleblowing system. Sources will be handled confidentially, with legal coordination before publication.

Sources & Attributions

• Whistleblower dossiers on alleged $10m loss, Dubai deal structure, and Texas asylum strategy.

• Russian-language reporting on Dubai investigation and U.S. relocation (MosMonitor, BalticVoice, KaliningradToday).

• Reviews of Telegram channel Nezabanish3 / Short Circuit 3.

• OSINT ties between Rella and Nail Gafurov (brand/social assets).

• Dubai RERA/DLD framework references.

Editorial note: Much of the Russian media material is secondary. Conclusions depend primarily on original documents and financial evidence. If you possess such material, Scam-or Project remains open for submissions.