The Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has reserved ruling on the bail application filed by social media influencer and relationship therapist, Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, popularly known as Blessing CEO, in her ongoing 36 million fraud.
Justice D.I. Dipeolu announced on Friday, June 5, that the decision will be delivered on June 9, 2026.
Blessing is currently standing trial on a two‑count charge brought by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
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According to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Blessing faces a two‑count charge of obtaining money by false pretence and stealing.
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Investigators allege she received ₦36 million from Mrs. Ifeyinwa Okoye between July 14 and 17, 2024, under the claim of leasing a six‑bedroom duplex in Lekki, Lagos.
The EFCC maintains that the offences contravene Nigeria’s criminal laws on financial crimes. Blessing CEO’s arraignment has drawn public attention due to her profile as a social media personality and relationship coach.
The ruling on her bail application will determine whether she remains in custody pending trial or is released under court‑set conditions.
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