The Nigerian Medical Association has called on security agencies to investigate social media personality Blessing Okoro over a controversial medical report circulating online.
In a strongly worded statement, the association dismissed claims that any of its members issued a medical report confirming a Stage 4 cancer diagnosis for her.
The controversy began after Blessing CEO reportedly shared a histology report allegedly from Xinus Medical Diagnostics, claiming it confirmed she was battling advanced cancer. However, the NMA clarified that the document in circulation was not issued to her and had been misrepresented.
According to the association, the report was originally produced by the diagnostic centre and signed by a consultant pathologist, Dr O. A. Odigwe. It explained that the laboratory was contacted in May 2025 by a doctor from a private hospital in Asaba for a confirmatory breast cancer test.
The test result, issued on May 9, 2025, belonged to a different patient identified as Mbara Deborah. The authentic report, the NMA noted, was sent through proper medical channels to the referring doctor and patient.
The association further revealed that the same report currently circulating online appears to have been altered and falsely linked to Blessing CEO. It added that the version shared publicly was traced to Allen Juris Law, which allegedly circulated the original document bearing the actual patient’s name.
The NMA stressed that at no point did the diagnostic centre issue any report to Blessing CEO. It expressed concern over the development and emphasized the need to protect the integrity of medical professionals and institutions.
Urging relevant authorities to step in, the association called for a thorough investigation to prevent members of the public from being misled or exploited.
“The integrity of our association and its members is very paramount and should not therefore be taken for granted,” the statement noted.
The NMA also advised the public to exercise caution and verify sensitive medical claims before accepting or sharing them online.
Published by Ejoh Caleb
