Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has received a political appointment from Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah.
The actress was appointed Senior Special Assistant on Youth Engagement and Creative Economy by the governor.
The appointment was announced on Monday, November 9, 2026, with colleagues and fans congratulating her on the new role.
Fellow actress Sarah Martins was among the first to celebrate Etiko publicly. In an Instagram post, she described the appointment as well deserved.
“Congratulations, my boo. Appointment well deserved. @destinyetikoofficial, super happy for you,” Martins wrote.
Responding to the congratulatory message, Etiko expressed her appreciation, writing, “My love, I appreciate you.”
Other Nollywood actors, including Ikpechukwu Nweke and Evan Okoro, also joined in celebrating the actress.
Etiko’s appointment comes shortly after another Nollywood actress, Rachael Okonkwo, popularly known as Nkoli Nwa Nsukka, was appointed Senior Special Assistant on Films and Creative Industries by the Enugu State Government.
The latest development highlights the growing involvement of Nollywood personalities in government appointments, particularly in areas connected to the creative industry.
Destiny Etiko is known for her roles in several Nollywood movies. She gained wider recognition following her appearance in the 2014 film Idemili and has since established herself as a popular actress in the Nigerian film industry.
