The Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, has ordered the remand of popular social media personality and self-styled relationship therapist, Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, widely known as Blessing CEO, in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged fraud.
The order was issued on Friday, May 15, 2026, by Justice D. I. Dipeolu, following her arraignment on a two-count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretence and stealing.
According to the EFCC, Blessing CEO allegedly obtained the sum of ₦36 million from one Mrs. Ifeyinwa Nonye Okoye between July 14 and 17, 2024. The funds were said to have been collected under the false representation of securing a six-bedroom detached duplex located at No. 1B, Tunbosun Osobu Street, off Kuboye Road, Lekki, Lagos.
The anti-graft agency further alleged that the defendant knew the claims were false and proceeded to fraudulently convert the funds for personal use.
During proceedings, her counsel informed the court that she had made a partial refund of ₦24 million to the complainant. However, the EFCC maintained its case and pushed forward with prosecution.
Blessing CEO pleaded not guilty to the charges.
In a ruling on her custody, the court granted the defence’s request that she be remanded in EFCC custody rather than a correctional facility. She is to remain in custody until June 5, 2026, when the court will hear her bail application and commence trial.
The case has drawn significant public attention, given Blessing CEO’s prominence on social media and her influence in relationship and lifestyle discourse. Legal observers note that the outcome of the trial could further reinforce scrutiny on online personalities involved in commercial dealings beyond their digital platforms.
