{
  "id": 16525628,
  "title": "‘I don’t smoke, I don’t drink’ — Blessing CEO denies drug addiction",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/i-dont-smoke-i-dont-drink-blessing-ceo-denies-drug-addiction",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-25T20:59:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/25/i-dont-smoke-i-dont-drink-blessing-ceo-denies-drug-addiction/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigerian self-proclaimed relationship expert Blessing CEO has denied claims that she is a drug addict, stating that she does not engage in smoking, drinking alcohol, or attending parties. This denial came during a video call with actress Doris Ogala, following Blessing's release from detention. Ogala shared a video of their conversation on Instagram, where she informed Blessing about the online spread of allegations regarding her drug use. Some individuals reportedly claimed that Blessing needed rehabilitation and should not be given financial support. Blessing responded to these allegations by asserting her abstinence from drugs and alcohol, and also accused social media users of making unfounded assumptions about her personal life. She emphasized that many people do not know her personally, and that the internet often enjoys making assumptions about others without understanding their circumstances.",
  "summary": "Controversial Nigerian self-acclaimed relationship expert Blessing CEO has denied allegations that she is a drug addict, insisting that she does not smoke, drink alcohol or attend parties. Blessing made the statement during a video call with actress Doris Ogala after her release from detention. Ogala shared a video of their conversation on Instagram. During the […] ‘I don’t smoke, I don’t drink’…",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}