Doctor Denies Issuing Blessing CEO's Cancer Report, Says It Belongs to Another Patient
In a dramatic development, the doctor whose name appeared on the viral medical report used by relationship therapist Blessing CEO to claim a stage four breast cancer diagnosis has publicly denied issuing the document. Dr. Odigwe, through the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Delta State branch, clarified that he never diagnosed Blessing CEO and did not author any medical report in her name.
The controversy began when Blessing CEO emotionally announced her battle with breast cancer on social media, presenting a medical report that quickly went viral. However, scrutiny over the authenticity of the document intensified as doubts emerged about its origins.
Clarifications and Allegations from the Medical Association
In a press statement, Dr. Odigwe refuted claims that he resides in Enugu, stating he is based in Asaba. This clarification raised fresh concerns about the credibility of the viral document. The NMA further alleged that the medical report paraded by Blessing CEO was altered and originally belonged to another patient identified as Mbara Deborah.
The association urged authorities to take necessary steps to prevent the public from being misled, emphasizing that the matter has moved beyond online speculation and requires formal attention. This aligns with allegations from a family currently pursuing legal action, claiming the result belonged to their daughter, Mbara Deborah.
Confrontation During Live Television Interview
The situation took another turn during an interview on Arise TV, where Nigerian medical doctor Dr. Adefunke Arowolo challenged Blessing CEO's claims. During the programme, Blessing reportedly presented the same medical document that had earlier gone viral online. Unknown to her, Dr. Arowolo had already contacted Dr. Odigwe, whose name appeared on the report.
This revelation strengthened claims that the document circulating online may not belong to the influencer, adding weight to the allegations of forgery and misrepresentation.
Legal Warnings and Public Reactions
Earlier, lawyer Barrister Atanda Olatunji reacted to allegations of medical result forgery involving Blessing CEO. He warned that the case could become serious if proven, noting that she sought donations using the claims. He added that she risks facing charges including forgery, identity theft, and obtaining money under false pretences, which carry possible prison sentences.
Social media reactions have been mixed, with some users expressing disbelief and criticism. For instance, one user stated, "E don finally cast. The fact that she suppose don back out since, she come still carry herself go National TV... What exactly was she thinking?" Another wrote, "I don't know how people believed Blessing to the point of contributing money for her, somebody that her whole life on social media is built on lies."
Before these developments, Blessing CEO had emotionally opened up about battling stage four breast cancer in an Instagram video, telling followers she was tired of being strong and admitted she was scared. The ongoing scrutiny highlights the importance of verifying medical claims in the public sphere to prevent misinformation and potential fraud.
