Controversial social media personality, Blessing Okoro, widely known as Blessing CEO, has maintained a defiant stance over the backlash surrounding her cancer revelation, insisting she owes no apology while clarifying that she received N13m in donations.
Speaking in a viral interview with Egungun of Lagos released on Saturday, Okoro rejected allegations that she deliberately misled the public, particularly over claims that she had stage four cancer.
She argued that any confusion about the severity of her condition may have stemmed from how medical information was communicated to her, stressing that she is not a medical professional.
Asked to apologise to those who felt deceived, she dismissed the suggestion, questioning the basis for such demands and insisting she had caused no harm.
The influencer disclosed that her cancer stage has yet to be conclusively determined, noting that she is awaiting further evaluation from her oncologist after completing a series of tests.
She added that she has not commenced chemotherapy, explaining that a biopsy remains the latest procedure carried out as part of her diagnosis.
Recounting the origin of her health concerns, Okoro said she discovered a lump last year which was initially assessed as non-cancerous before later tests indicated malignancy.
She also declined calls to make her medical records public, insisting that such information remains strictly personal.
Addressing controversy over funds raised, she debunked reports that she received N100m, stating instead that total donations stood at N13m.
The issue has continued to stir reactions online, with doubts mounting over the credibility of her claims due to the absence of publicly verified medical evidence.
Further fuelling the dispute, Deborah Mbara alleged that the influencer tampered with medical documents, while businessman Alafaa Kariboye-Igbo, popularly known as Oil Money, has demanded a refund of N20m he claimed to have donated, threatening legal action.
Despite the growing criticism, Okoro used the interview to promote breast cancer awareness, urging women to prioritise routine self-examinations for early detection.
The controversy continues to generate debate, raising broader concerns about transparency and responsibility among public figures seeking public support Blessing CEO stands ground amid cancer row
Controversial social media personality, Blessing Okoro, widely known as Blessing CEO, has maintained a defiant stance over the backlash surrounding her cancer revelation, insisting she owes no apology while clarifying that she received N13m in donations.
Speaking in a viral interview with Egungun of Lagos released on Saturday, Okoro rejected allegations that she deliberately misled the public, particularly over claims that she had stage four cancer.
She argued that any confusion about the severity of her condition may have stemmed from how medical information was communicated to her, stressing that she is not a medical professional.
Asked to apologise to those who felt deceived, she dismissed the suggestion, questioning the basis for such demands and insisting she had caused no harm.
The influencer disclosed that her cancer stage has yet to be conclusively determined, noting that she is awaiting further evaluation from her oncologist after completing a series of tests.
She added that she has not commenced chemotherapy, explaining that a biopsy remains the latest procedure carried out as part of her diagnosis.
Recounting the origin of her health concerns, Okoro said she discovered a lump last year which was initially assessed as non-cancerous before later tests indicated malignancy.
She also declined calls to make her medical records public, insisting that such information remains strictly personal.
Addressing controversy over funds raised, she debunked reports that she received N100m, stating instead that total donations stood at N13m.
The issue has continued to stir reactions online, with doubts mounting over the credibility of her claims due to the absence of publicly verified medical evidence.
Further fuelling the dispute, Deborah Mbara alleged that the influencer tampered with medical documents, while businessman Alafaa Kariboye-Igbo, popularly known as Oil Money, has demanded a refund of N20m he claimed to have donated, threatening legal action.
Despite the growing criticism, Okoro used the interview to promote breast cancer awareness, urging women to prioritise routine self-examinations for early detection.
The controversy continues to generate debate, raising broader concerns about transparency and responsibility among public figures seeking public support on health-related matters.on health-related matters.
