Court Adjourns Blessing CEO's Bail in N36m Fraud Case

The Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, has reserved judgment on the bail application filed by Okoro Bless Nkiruka, popularly known as Blessing CEO, who is facing a N36 million fraud trial. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is prosecuting her on two counts of obtaining money under false pretenses.

The alleged offense occurred between July 14 and 17, 2024, when she purportedly obtained N36 million from Ifeyinwa Nony Okoy for the lease of a six-bedroom duplex in Lekki, Lagos. During the proceedings, the defense counsel informed the court that N24 million had already been refunded and urged for a resolution of the outstanding balance.

However, the EFCC opposed any private settlement, insisting on the continuation of criminal trial proceedings. Justice D.

Dipeolu ruled that the proceedings would not be halted for negotiations and ordered that the defendant remain in custody until the next hearing. The case has been adjourned until June 9, 2026.