The influencer was brought before Justice D.I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi on Friday, facing a two-count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretence and alleged theft of N36 million.
According to the EFCC, Blessing CEO allegedly collected the money from Mrs. Ifeyinwa Nonye Okoye between July 14 and 17, 2024, under the claim that she was leasing a six-bedroom duplex located in Lekki, Lagos. Prosecutors told the court that the representation was false and that the money was fraudulently converted for personal use.
During the court proceedings, defence counsel P.I. Nwafor informed the judge that the defendant had already refunded N24 million to the complainant and requested a short adjournment to allow both parties settle the remaining balance.
However, EFCC prosecutor S.I. Suleiman insisted that the Federal Government remains the complainant in the matter and urged the court to proceed with the arraignment.
Justice Dipeolu ruled that settlement discussions could continue independently without affecting the court proceedings and directed the defendant to take her plea.
Blessing CEO pleaded “not guilty” to all charges.
Following her plea, the prosecution requested a trial date and asked the court to remand her in a correctional facility pending trial. The defence, however, appealed for her to remain in EFCC custody while her bail application is being prepared.
The court granted the request and ordered that she be remanded in EFCC custody pending further proceedings.
The case has been adjourned to June 5, 2026, for the commencement of trial.