As far as I understood, Mr. Apps was trying to distance himself from Mr. Gillani for a while, but he was in full knowledge of Mr. Gillani's business activities. I understand that Mr. Gillani even sent out an email as recently as a month or two ago that indicated Mr. Apps had referred business to him. I believe that was in March of this year.
On May 12th, 2010. See this statement in context.