Actress Mercy Johnson breaks silence following her appointment with Edo State Governor

Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson has expressed her gratitude following her appointment by Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, as Special Adviser on Public Engagement and Advocacy.
Sharing the news on her Instagram page, Mercy Johnson described the appointment as both an honor and a responsibility. She emphasized that the role is not just about serving but about listening, connecting, and advocating with purpose.
“I am deeply honoured and sincerely grateful to His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, the Executive Governor of Edo State, for trusting me with this role. This appointment is not just a call to serve—it is a call to connect, to listen, and to advocate with purpose,” she wrote.
Mercy added that she approaches the role with humility, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to service, fully aligning with the Governor’s SHINE Agenda for responsive governance and sustainable development.
Addressing the people of Edo State, she said: “This role is about you—your voices, your stories, and your participation in governance. Together, we will deepen civic engagement, strengthen trust, and build a people-centered Edo where every voice truly counts.”
She concluded by thanking her supporters, noting that “the journey continues, and the work begins now.”
Mercy Johnson now officially serves as Special Adviser on Public Engagement and Advocacy in Edo State, promising to bring her passion and commitment to public service.