On Friday, the EFCC’s Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 brought social media influencer and self-proclaimed relationship therapist, Blessing CEO, to court before Justice D.I. Dipeolu at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on allegations of ₦36 million fraud.
The anti-corruption agency claims that Blessing CEO, whose actual name is Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, is facing two charges related to fraudulent acquisition of funds and theft of ₦36 million.
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During the court session, her attorney, P.I. Nwafor, informed the judge that his client had already reimbursed ₦24 million to the complainant.
“We wish to make a request. The defendant has approached the complainant and returned ₦24 million out of the ₦36 million,” he stated.
He also requested a brief postponement to discuss the remaining balance, noting that the complainant is willing to assist in withdrawing the case once the outstanding amount is paid.
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In response, prosecution lawyer, S.I. Suleiman, emphasized that the EFCC was not involved in any settlement negotiations.
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“The complainant in this matter is the Federal Government of Nigeria, and today is for arraignment. We urge that the defendant be allowed to enter her plea, as this is the main focus,” he stated.
Justice Dipeolu, upon delivering his ruling, mentioned that settlement negotiations could proceed independently without hindering court proceedings.
“The defense and the nominal complainant may discuss matters even while the case is ongoing. This will not affect the court’s proceedings. The defendant will now enter her plea,” the judge ruled.
