Social media influencer Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, is now under investigation as Nigerian authorities look into allegations of fraud and document forgery linked to claims that she misused a fake cancer diagnosis to raise public donations.
The Delta State Police Command confirmed that it has received formal petitions regarding the matter and is awaiting detailed statements from complainants before beginning full investigations. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) also acknowledged receiving a petition and said it has started reviewing the allegations.
The case stems from accusations that the influencer falsely claimed she was battling stage-four cancer and allegedly used a doctored medical report to solicit financial support from the public.
Public backlash grew after inconsistencies emerged in her claims, prompting medical professionals and affected individuals to question the authenticity of the documents shared online. A medical report linked to the controversy was later disowned by health authorities, who clarified that it originally belonged to a cancer survivor and was issued by a diagnostic centre in Asaba in 2025.
The owner of the medical record, identified as a breast cancer survivor, later accused the influencer of altering her documents and using them to raise funds. She also said she had given the report in good faith after being misled.
Legal representatives for the complainant have filed a petition with the EFCC, urging a full investigation into what they described as financial misconduct and cyber-related offences. The petition also claims that large sums of money were raised from the public through the alleged scheme.
According to the lawyer, the actions may violate several Nigerian laws, including provisions relating to cybercrime and medical documentation. He also alleged that the total amount involved could be in the hundreds of millions of naira, though these figures have not been independently verified by authorities.
In response to the controversy, Blessing CEO later admitted in a media interview that she did not have stage-four cancer, but she confirmed receiving donations from supporters. She, however, did not issue a full apology, according to critics involved in the case.
The Nigerian Medical Association in Delta State has stated it is willing to cooperate with investigators and may provide expert testimony if required, while maintaining that it is focused on protecting the credibility of medical reporting in the country.
A senior lawyer has also described the allegations as potentially amounting to obtaining money under false pretence, calling for prosecution if the claims are confirmed.
The EFCC and police have both said investigations are ongoing, and further action will depend on the outcome of their findings.
