Enugu governor appoints Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko as aide

Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has been appointed as Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Youth Engagement and Creative Economy to Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah.

Etiko announced the appointment on her Instagram page on Monday, November 9, 2026.

She wrote: “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.

“My heartfelt appreciation goes to His Excellency, Barr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, for this confidence and opportunity to serve.

“I pledge my unwavering loyalty, dedication and commitment to your administration’s vision and the good people of Enugu State.

“I embrace this responsibility with pride, humility and a determination to make a meaningful impact.

“Thank you, Your Excellency. Thank you, Enugu State. Together, let us turn talent into opportunity and vision into reality!”

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Etiko’s appointment comes shortly after fellow Nollywood actress, Rachael Okonkwo, popularly known as Nkoli Nwa Nsukka, was appointed SSA on Films and Creative Industries by the Enugu State Government.

Etiko, who hails from Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State, gained prominence in Nollywood following her appearance in the 2014 movie, Idemili.

She has since featured in several Nigerian films.