Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court in Enugu has denied a bail application for Blessing Amaka David-Agwa, who is facing trial for allegedly posing as a fertility nurse.
The accused is being prosecuted by the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a 45-count charge, including impersonation, forgery, and fraud amounting to ₦28,278,600.
The judge has ordered an accelerated hearing of the case, highlighting the severity of the allegations, which involve obtaining money by false pretenses and using forged documents.
The court's decision aims to ensure a swift judicial process.
The defendant is alleged to have forged the certificate of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria and the Certificate of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and parading as a fertility nurse, specially trained to assist women in getting pregnant with ease.
Investigations revealed that the defendant allegedly defrauded 45 innocent women who fell for her false claims.
The defendant was arraigned on October 22, 2024, and she pleaded not guilty, setting the stage for her trial.