Internet personality Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has broken her silence amid her ongoing case with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a video shared on her Instagram page, she made a passionate appeal to Nigerians, asking them to keep her in their prayers. She expressed optimism that her current ordeal would eventually turn into a testimony. “Keep me in your prayers. It will end in praise,” she said in the video. Her statement quickly stirred reactions across social media, with fans and critics alike weighing in.
Background of the Case
Legit.ng recalls that Blessing CEO was arraigned by the EFCC before a Federal High Court in Lagos over an alleged N36 million fraud. The influencer appeared before Justice D.I. Dipeolu at the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi on Friday, May 15. According to the EFCC, Blessing CEO allegedly collected N36 million from a woman identified as Mrs Ifeyinwa Nonye Okoye between July 14 and 17, 2024, over a property deal in Lekki, Lagos. The commission alleged that she falsely claimed the money was for the lease of a six-bedroom detached duplex located at No. 1B Tunbosun Osobu Street, off Kuboye Road, Lekki.
Legal Proceedings
Her counsel, P.I. Nwafor, informed the court that the influencer had already refunded N24 million to the complainant and was making moves to settle the remaining balance. “We are asking for a short adjournment to resolve the outstanding balance. The nominal complainant agreed that if the balance is paid, they can prevail on the EFCC to drop the case,” the lawyer reportedly told the court. However, the EFCC’s prosecuting counsel, S.I. Suleiman, quickly opposed the request. According to him, the Federal Government of Nigeria remained the complainant in the case, not the private individual allegedly involved in the transaction. “The complainant here is the Federal Government of Nigeria, and we are here for the arraignment,” he stated. Despite the defence’s attempt to seek time for settlement talks, Justice Dipeolu ruled that any private agreement between the parties would not stop the criminal proceedings already before the court.
Social Media Reactions
Legit.ng compiled the reactions below: martinez_vado_ said: “Omor, stay one side first. We no get prayer point for you like this. School children dey forest.” crazy_christabelle said: “Sending you hugs. Life can happen to anyone.” chiegwuhome said: “Nigerians don’t need distractions right now.” kemysneh said: “We Dey pray for Nigeria; madam pray for yourself, we have more pressing issues to pray about.” ivybeauty_official said: “It’s well, if truly you’re sick May the Lord heal you. we are tired of bad news already.” lizbenykebs said: “Are you in the den of bandits? If not rest our prayers have been channelled to all kidnapped victims in the nation for now.”
Related Incident: VeryDarkMan Petitions Police
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that popular social media activist VDM took legal steps against Blessing CEO over her stage 4 breast cancer claims. The critic submitted a petition to the Inspector-General of Police in Abuja, accusing her of obtaining money under false pretences, forgery, and false representation. VeryDarkMan, who donated ₦150 to her cause, stated that the financial strain contributed to severe ulcers, prompting his decision to pursue legal action for accountability.
Blessing CEO's case continues to draw public attention as the legal process unfolds. The influencer remains optimistic that the situation will resolve positively, while social media users remain divided in their responses.
