EFCC Arraigns Blessing CEO Over Alleged N69.15 Million Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned popular social media personality and relationship coach, Blessing Okoro, widely known as Blessing CEO, before a Lagos State Special Offences Court over an alleged N69.15 million fraud.
According to the anti-graft agency, Blessing CEO was brought before Justice R.A. Oshodi of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on a fresh two-count charge bordering on obtaining money under false pretences and theft.
During the proceedings, the prosecution counsel, C.C. Okezie, urged the court to proceed with the arraignment, stating that the defendant had been duly served with the charges.
However, defence counsel, Nkama Nneka, argued that the service of the charges had only been effected recently.
After listening to both parties, Justice Oshodi ruled that the arraignment should proceed in line with due legal process. The charges were subsequently read to the defendant, marking the formal commencement of trial proceedings.
The latest case adds to Blessing CEO’s growing legal challenges, as the controversial influencer has frequently found herself at the centre of public scrutiny and social media debates.
The matter has been adjourned for further proceedings as the court continues to hear the case.
