EFCC arraigns Blessing CEO over alleged N13m medical fraud

Popular social media influencer Blessing Okoro, widely known as Blessing CEO, has been ordered to be remanded in custody by the Federal High Court in Lagos. This decision comes as she faces a six-count charge related to allegedly obtaining N13 million through fraudulent means, including forgery and deceptive solicitation.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) presented the charges, alleging that Okoro falsely claimed to have a terminal illness, specifically a left breast lump and invasive ductal carcinoma, to solicit funds from the public. The prosecution further accused her of forging a medical document from Xinus Medical Diagnostics to support her plea for financial assistance.

During the court proceedings, Okoro pleaded not guilty to all counts. The EFCC detailed accusations of possessing and using the forged medical report, disguising the source of the N13 million, and fraudulently converting the donated funds for personal use. She is also accused of retaining the money in her personal bank account, allegedly knowing it was proceeds of unlawful activity.

Despite her plea, Justice Yellim Bogoro denied an oral bail application, stating no formal application was before the court. The trial has been adjourned to September 24, 2026, with Okoro remanded in the Nigerian Correctional Service custody. This arraignment follows closely after Okoro secured bail in a separate N36 million fraud case.

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