Mercy Johnson-Okojie, wey be Nollywood actress and philanthropist, don get appointment as Special Adviser on Public Engagement and Advocacy from Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State.
Mercy Johnson-Okojie, wey be one of Nollywood biggest and most celebrated stars, don build her career for almost 20 years, and she don act for more than 200 films. As the years dey go, she don win plenty awards and collect nominations too, including recognition for Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. Apart from her success for entertainment industry, people know her well well for her humanitarian work. Through the Mercy Johnson Okojie Foundation, she don support different initiatives wey focus on women empowerment, child welfare, education support and healthcare outreach. For her new position, Johnson-Okojie go use her public influence, communication skill and grassroots connection to boost citizen engagement and make people sabi more about government policies and programmes across Edo State.