Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has named Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko as his Senior Special Assistant on Youth Engagement and Creative Economy, a move announced publicly on Sunday.
Etiko welcomed the appointment on social media, describing it as “an honour and an opportunity to serve.” In a statement she said, “With profound gratitude and humility, I am honoured to announce my appointment as Senior Special Assistant to the Executive Governor of Enugu State on Youth Engagement and Creative Economy,” and pledged “unwavering loyalty, dedication and commitment to your administration’s vision and the good people of Enugu State.”
The actress, who began her professional acting career in 2011, rose to wider recognition after playing Ekemma in the 2014 film Idemili. Since then she has featured in numerous Nigerian movies and expanded into film production, building a fan base that resonates strongly with young Nigerians.
Specific programmes and responsibilities for Etiko’s new role have not been disclosed. Her appointment follows recent similar moves by Governor Mbah, including the November 3 announcement that fellow actress Rachael Okonkwo (Nkoli Nwa Nsukka) would serve as Senior Special Assistant on Film and Creative Industry Development, and the earlier designation of veteran actress Eucharia Anunobi as Special Assistant on Women Mobilisation for the Enugu North Zone. According to Secretary to the State Government Professor Chidiebere Onyia, the governor’s September 2026 appointments cover youth engagement, women mobilisation, public communication, community development and other governance areas.
Etiko’s popularity and experience in the entertainment sector are expected to help the administration connect with young people and promote the state’s creative economy, though the timeline for any initiatives remains to be outlined.
<small>Source: The Sun Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>