Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has appointed Nollywood star Mercy Johnson-Okojie as Special Adviser on Public Engagement and Advocacy.
The appointment was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday by the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor, who said the move forms part of the administration’s broader strategy to deepen communication and strengthen citizens’ participation in governance.
According to the statement, the governor approved Johnson-Okojie’s appointment to bolster public engagement around government policies and programmes across the state.
The communique read, “This is to inform the general public that Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the appointment of Mercy Johnson-Okojie as Special Adviser on Public Engagement and Advocacy.
“Johnson-Okojie is an accomplished Nigerian actress, producer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She is one of Nollywood’s most celebrated figures, with a career spanning nearly two decades and featuring in over 200 films.
“Through the Mercy Johnson Okojie Foundation, she has championed causes focused on women empowerment, child welfare, education support, and healthcare outreach.”
Ikhilor noted that the actress is expected to deploy her popularity and grassroots appeal to improve interaction between the state government and residents, ensuring wider awareness and understanding of official initiatives.
Johnson-Okojie’s husband, Odianosen Okogie, currently represents Esan North East/South East Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.
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