Edo Govt Appoints Mercy Johnson‑Okojie as Special Adviser on Public Engagement

Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo has appointed celebrated Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie as Special Adviser on Public Engagement and Advocacy, the government announced in a statement issued on Thursday by the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor.

According to the statement, Governor Okpebholo approved the appointment to strengthen communication between the state government and residents and deepen citizen involvement in policies and programmes.

“This is to inform the general public that Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Executive Governor of Edo State, has approved the appointment of Mercy Johnson-Okojie as Special Adviser on Public Engagement and Advocacy,” the statement read.

Ikhilor described Johnson-Okojie as an accomplished Nigerian actress, producer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, one of Nollywood’s most celebrated figures with a career spanning nearly two decades and featuring in over 200 films.

Beyond her entertainment achievements, she is widely respected for her humanitarian and advocacy work through the Mercy Johnson Okojie Foundation, which champions women empowerment, child welfare, education support and healthcare outreach.

The governor expects Johnson-Okojie to leverage her public influence, communication expertise and grassroots reach to improve engagement between citizens and government, enhancing awareness and participation in governance.

This appointment reflects Governor Okpebholo’s commitment to harnessing the expertise, credibility and public goodwill of distinguished Nigerians to advance his administration’s vision for a prosperous and united Edo State.