Blessing CEO faces petitions over alleged fake cancer claims, doctored results

By Folashade Olorunfemi –

The Nigerian Cancer Society (NCS) has filed a petition to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigeria Police Force against social media influencer Blessing Okoro, popularly known as “Blessing CEO”, over alleged false cancer claims and manipulation of medical results to solicit public donations.

In a statement signed by the NCS National Director of Publicity, Hon. Bashir Mohammed Ranccasu, the organisation said the move followed growing public concern over the allegations and the need to uphold accountability, transparency, and integrity in cancer advocacy and patient support systems in Nigeria.

The NCS said it had earlier condemned the alleged conduct, describing it as unethical and capable of undermining genuine efforts in the fight against cancer.

According to the organisation, the seriousness of the allegations and their potential to erode public trust necessitated escalation to security agencies for a thorough investigation in the public interest.

It warned against any form of exploitation that could discredit genuine patients or discourage support for people battling cancer, stressing that the disease requires sincerity, compassion, and responsible handling.

The controversy began after Blessing CEO reportedly claimed she was suffering from stage four cancer and solicited public donations for treatment, receiving over ₦300 million from well-meaning Nigerians.

However, the claims were later disputed after questions were raised over the authenticity of the medical documents she presented.

The medical report, allegedly issued by Xinus Medical Diagnostics and signed by a consultant pathologist, O.A. Odigwe, was later said to have been originally issued to Deborah Mabara in May 2025 before being altered.