‘A New Chapter’ — Destiny Etiko Announces Appointment as Governor Mbah’s Aide

• Destiny Etiko has announced her appointment as Senior Special Assistant on Youth Engagement and Creative Economy to Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah, pledging dedication to her new role.

Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has announced her appointment as Senior Special Assistant on Youth Engagement and Creative Economy to Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah.

The actress disclosed the development through her social media account, describing the appointment as a new chapter accompanied by greater responsibility.

Etiko thanked Mbah for the opportunity to serve and the confidence placed in her, saying she would approach the role with humility and dedication.

She pledged her commitment to the administration’s vision and the people of Enugu State, while expressing a desire to contribute to opportunities for young people and the creative sector.

“Together, let us turn talent into opportunity and vision into reality!” she wrote.

The announcement attracted congratulatory messages from colleagues in the entertainment industry.

Actress Sarah Martins celebrated Etiko on Instagram, describing the appointment as deserved. Etiko acknowledged the message and thanked her for the support.

Other Nollywood personalities, including Ikpechukwu Nweke and Evan Okoro, also congratulated the actress.

Etiko, who hails from Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State, gained prominence through her role in the 2014 film Idemili. She has since appeared in numerous Nigerian films and expanded into movie production.

Her announcement follows similar developments involving other Nollywood figures in Mbah’s administration.

Rachael Okonkwo, popularly known as Nkoli Nwa Nsukka, recently announced her appointment as Senior Special Assistant on Films and Creative Industries. Actress Eucharia Anunobi was also reported to have received an appointment on women mobilisation for Enugu North Zone.

The available announcement does not set out Etiko’s detailed responsibilities, programme priorities or formal resumption date.

While the actress has publicly confirmed the appointment, a separate announcement from the Enugu State Government had not been reported in the coverage reviewed.