Destiny Etiko Bags Political Appointment as Enugu Governor Peter Mbah Names Her SSA

Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has secured a political appointment in Enugu State after Governor Peter Mbah named her Senior Special Assistant on Youth Engagement and the Creative Economy.

The appointment has attracted congratulatory messages from colleagues in the entertainment industry, with actress Sarah Martins among the first to publicly celebrate the development.

Martins took to Instagram to congratulate Etiko, describing the appointment as well deserved and expressing excitement over her colleague’s new role.

“Congratulations, my boo. Appointment well deserved. @destinyetikoofficial, super happy for you,” she wrote.

Etiko subsequently acknowledged the congratulatory message, responding with appreciation. “My love, I appreciate you,” the actress said.

Other Nollywood personalities, including Ikpechukwu Nweke and Evan Okoro, also joined in celebrating the actress, sharing congratulatory messages following news of her appointment.

The development marks a new chapter in Etiko’s public career, extending her involvement beyond the entertainment industry into public service. Her assigned portfolio covers youth engagement and the creative economy, two areas connected to Nigeria’s growing entertainment and cultural industries.

However, details of her official responsibilities, the duration of the appointment and the specific programmes she will oversee have not been disclosed in the report.