Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has appointed outstanding actress, Mercy Johnson-Okojie, as particular adviser on public engagement and advocacy.
Johnson-Okojie was, in 2017, appointed as senior particular assistant (SSA) on Leisure, Arts and Tradition to former Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State.
A press release by Secretary to Edo State Authorities, Musa Ikhilor, described Johnson-Okojie as an achieved Nigerian actress, producer, entrepreneur and philanthropist.
The assertion stated Johnson-Okojie, in her new function as particular adviser on public engagement and advocacy, would deploy her huge public affect, communication experience and grassroots attain to strengthen residents’ engagement with authorities insurance policies and programmes.
It stated the appointment underscored Governor Okpebholo’s dedication to harnessing the experience, credibility and public goodwill of distinguished Nigerians in advancing the administration’s imaginative and prescient for a affluent and united Edo State.
“Past her achievements within the leisure business, Mrs. Johnson-Okojie is extensively revered for her humanitarian and advocacy work.
“By means of the Mercy Johnson Okojie Basis, she has championed causes centered on ladies empowerment, youngster welfare, schooling assist and well being care outreach. She has constantly leveraged her platform to advertise social accountability, civic consciousness and neighborhood improvement.”