The Digest:
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has stated that it cannot investigate Blessing CEO over her cancer fundraising controversy because no formal petition has been filed. A source told TheCable that the agency does not act on "social media agitation or frenzy" without a legitimate complainant. Blessing had announced a stage 4 cancer diagnosis, received donations, but later called it a "miscommunication." Karib Oil CEO Alafaa Kariboye-Igbo claimed he donated ₦20 million and demanded a refund, while Blessing says she received ₦13 million.
Key Points:
- The EFCC requires a formal petitioner to serve as a witness in court.
- No one has submitted donation receipts or evidence to the commission.
- Social media outrage alone cannot trigger an EFCC investigation.
- Donors who feel defrauded must come forward with proof.
- The agency's stance may delay any potential legal action against Blessing.
