Why Blessing CEO Hasn’t Been Arrested And Probed Over Cancer Saga – EFCC Shares

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has explained why it is yet to arrest or investigate controversial influencer Blessing Okoro, better known as Blessing CEO, despite mounting public pressure over her breast cancer claims.

A senior source within the agency told NaijaChoice News on Monday that the EFCC cannot swing into action based solely on social media outrage.

“No one has placed a petition before the EFCC,” the source said. “As an anti-corruption agency, we cannot work on social media agitation or frenzy without a credible petition that authorises us to act.”

The controversy erupted in January when Blessing CEO announced she had been diagnosed with breast cancer and appealed to Nigerians for financial support to cover surgery costs.

Many social media users immediately questioned the claim, accusing her of fabricating the illness to solicit donations.

Last Thursday, the influencer defended herself, saying she reached out early as a precaution before knowing the full cost of treatment.

On Friday, she refused to release her medical results publicly, citing patient privacy rules. She later described the entire episode as a “misunderstanding” and clarified that she does not have stage four cancer as initially stated.

Blessing CEO also revealed she received N13 million in donations, far below the N100 million widely circulated online.

However, businessman Alafaa Kariboye-Igbo, CEO of Karib Oil and Gas Limited, challenged her account. He insisted he personally transferred N20 million and has demanded a full refund through his lawyers.

Despite the heated debate and calls for the EFCC to step in, the agency insists it operates strictly by the rules.

The source stressed that any petitioner must be ready to serve as a witness in court if the matter proceeds.

“If we go by social media agitation and there is a need to go to court, who is going to serve as a witness? Who are we going to say has petitioned the commission?” the EFCC official asked.

He urged Nigerians who feel they were misled to come forward with concrete evidence, including bank transfer receipts or donation records.

“Everybody knows that if somebody obtains anything by false pretence, they are liable to EFCC investigation if it can be established,” the source added. “This is the receipt of the money she collected. They should come forward with receipts and evidence.”

NaijaChoice News understands that once a proper petition backed by facts is filed, the commission will not hesitate to investigate.

The case has dominated discussions on Nigerian social media platforms, highlighting growing concerns about online fundraising and accountability.

As of now, no formal complaint has reached the EFCC, leaving the agency’s hands tied despite the public outcry.