Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has announced her appointment as Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah on Youth Engagement and Creative Economy.
The actress disclosed the development in a statement shared on her official Instagram account, expressing gratitude to the governor for the confidence reposed in her and the opportunity to serve.
Etiko described the appointment as a significant honour and pledged to discharge her responsibilities with humility, dedication and commitment to the administration’s vision.
“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,” she wrote.
She also thanked Governor Mbah for the opportunity, promising to support his administration and work towards advancing the interests of Enugu residents.
“I pledge my unwavering loyalty, dedication and commitment to your administration’s vision and the good people of Enugu State,” the actress stated.
Etiko further expressed her determination to make a meaningful impact in her new role.
“I embrace this responsibility with pride, humility and a determination to make a meaningful impact,” she added.
The actress concluded her announcement with the message: “Together, let us turn talent into opportunity and vision into reality.”
Her appointment places her in a government role focused on youth engagement and the creative economy, sectors with growing importance to Nigeria’s entertainment industry and economic development.
However, details of her specific responsibilities, planned programmes and official assumption of office have not been outlined in her public announcement.
The development adds Destiny Etiko to the growing list of Nollywood personalities appointed to serve in Governor Mbah’s administration.
Fellow actress Rachael Okonkwo, popularly known as Nkoli Nwa Nsukka, was recently appointed Senior Special Assistant on Films and Creative Industries.
Veteran actress Eucharia Anunobi was also appointed Senior Special Assistant on Women Mobilisation for Enugu North Senatorial Zone.
