Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has secured a political appointment in Enugu State, joining the administration of Governor Peter Mbah.
The actress was appointed Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Youth Engagement and Creative Economy.
News of her appointment emerged on Sunday, November 8, 2026, following congratulatory messages from colleagues and associates on social media.
Fellow actress Sarah Martins announced the development in an Instagram post, describing the appointment as well deserved.
“Congratulations, my boo. Appointment well deserved. @destinyetikoofficial, super happy for you,” Martins wrote.
Etiko subsequently acknowledged the message, replying, “My love, I appreciate you.”
Other Nollywood personalities, including Ikpechukwu Nweke and Evan Okoro, also congratulated the actress.
Destiny Etiko joins Mbah’s administration
Etiko, who hails from Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State, is among the entertainment personalities appointed by the Mbah administration.
Her new position focuses on youth engagement and the creative economy, a sector that includes film, entertainment and other creative industries.
The actress had previously declared support for Mbah during his campaign ahead of the 2023 governorship election.
Second Nollywood actress appointed by Mbah
Etiko’s appointment comes shortly after fellow actress Rachael Okonkwo, popularly known as Nkoli Nwa Nsukka, received a political appointment.
Okonkwo was named Senior Special Assistant on Films and Creative Industries in the Enugu State Government.
The appointments highlight the involvement of Nollywood personalities in the Mbah administration’s engagement with the state’s entertainment and creative sectors.
Etiko gained wider recognition following her appearance in the 2014 movie Idemili. She has since featured in several Nollywood productions and established herself as an actress and filmmaker.
