The Delta State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has formally disowned a histology report circulating online that was allegedly linked to relationship coach Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO.
The association clarified that the document in circulation is not authentic and has been altered from an original medical report that was issued to a different patient diagnosed with breast cancer. According to the NMA, the report was initially issued by Xinus Medical Diagnostics, a medical laboratory located in Asaba, Delta State, and was signed by consultant pathologist Dr. O.A. Odigwe.
The NMA explained that the diagnostic centre was contacted in May 2025 by a doctor from a private hospital in Asaba to conduct a confirmatory test for a patient named Mbara Deborah, who was suspected to have breast cancer. The test was performed, and the results were officially issued to the referring doctor on May 9, 2025, confirming the patient’s diagnosis.
It was the original copy of this report, bearing the name Mbara Deborah, that is now being circulated online, though in an altered form. The association emphasized that the version purportedly linked to Blessing Okoro does not belong to her and appears to have been manipulated from the genuine document.
In its statement, the NMA urged the public to exercise caution and verify the authenticity of medical documents before sharing them online. It also stressed the importance of protecting the integrity of medical practitioners and warned against actions that could mislead the public or exploit unsuspecting individuals.
The association further called on relevant authorities responsible for maintaining law and order to take appropriate steps to prevent such misuse of medical information in the future.
The controversy arose after Blessing Okoro had sought financial assistance from the public, claiming she was battling stage four cancer. Following scrutiny and allegations that the report she shared had been edited, she later clarified that her earlier statements were mistaken. In a public interview, she said, “I don’t have stage 4 cancer. That was a miscommunication.” Subsequently, she deactivated her social media account amid the backlash.
The NMA’s clarification highlights the serious consequences of circulating altered medical reports and serves as a reminder that the public must verify medical information before acting on it. It also underscores the responsibility of individuals and organizations to respect the professional credibility of medical practitioners while ensuring that patients’ information is not misused for personal or public gain.
The case has sparked widespread discussion about the need for greater accountability and transparency in sharing sensitive medical information online, particularly in cases where claims are made to solicit public support or donations. It also raises concerns about how misrepresented medical documents can affect trust in healthcare providers and the broader medical system.
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