Why EFCC Is Chasing Blessing CEO Over ₦36M While Bigger Graft Probes Stall

EFCC has charged influencer Blessing Okoro, known as Blessing CEO, in a Federal High Court over an alleged ₦36 million transaction. This case raises questions about how the EFCC chooses its targets and manages political pressures on its budget and leadership tenure. It also highlights legal ambiguities under the updated Cybercrime Act that could expose digital creators to fraud charges. We break down the EFCC Act, the amended Cybercrime Act of 2024, and the line between criminal fraud and civil breach. We also look at patterns in high-profile prosecutions and suggest reforms ahead of the 2027 election cycle.

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