Celebrity Influencer Blessing CEO Confronts EFCC Over N300 Million Cancer Fundraising Scandal
In a shocking development, controversial relationship blogger Blessing Okoro Nkiruka, widely known as Blessing CEO, has been dragged before the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of a massive N300 million cancer fundraising fraud. The petition, filed by the family of cancer survivor Mrs. Mbara Deborah, accuses the influencer of exploiting medical records to siphon funds from unsuspecting donors.
Details of the Fraud Allegations and Altered Medical Reports
According to the petition dated April 8, 2026, and submitted through the law firm S.M. Anyanwu & Co (Chieze Chambers), Blessing CEO allegedly obtained Deborah's original medical diagnosis from Xinus Medical Diagnostic in 2025, where she was diagnosed with breast cancer. The family claims that the influencer deliberately altered the diagnosis to "Stage 4 Cancer" to evoke greater sympathy and encourage more donations from the public.
The document states that over N300 million was raised through this fraudulent scheme, with funds allegedly paid into private accounts and never remitted to Deborah for her actual medical treatment. This case has drawn significant attention, following earlier petitions by social media activist VDM to the Nigerian police, highlighting a pattern of concerning behavior.
Cyberbullying and Intimidation Tactics by the Influencer
The family further alleges that when they attempted to question the discrepancies in the fundraising campaign, Blessing CEO used her substantial social media platform to cyberbully and intimidate them. The petition describes this as a "heartless" exploitation of a serious health condition, with the influencer allegedly amplifying false narratives to solicit funds under deceptive pretenses.
Counsel for the petitioner expressed deep pain over the situation, noting that Deborah was battling a life-threatening illness while her case was being monetized. The family is demanding immediate arrest and prosecution, urging authorities to thoroughly investigate the fundraising campaign and trace all collected funds.
Broader Context and Previous Controversies
This incident adds to Blessing CEO's history of legal and public disputes. Previously, she made headlines for advising Nollywood actress Regina Daniels during a marital crisis with Senator Ned Nwoko, becoming emotional in a video and urging support for the actress. The current allegations, however, represent a severe escalation, involving serious charges of fraud, forgery, and cyberbullying that could have significant legal repercussions.
As the EFCC probes these claims, the case underscores growing concerns about celebrity influence and accountability in fundraising efforts, particularly for critical health issues like cancer. The outcome could set a precedent for how similar cases are handled in Nigeria's entertainment and legal landscapes.
