Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has appointed Munirat Antoinette Lecky as Special Adviser on Tourism and Creative Economy.
Gatekeepers News reports that the appointment, which takes effect from October 12, 2026, was conveyed in a letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq.
According to the letter dated October 12, 2026, the appointment was approved by the Governor as part of his administration’s political appointments.
The letter also stated that Lecky would be entitled to the remuneration stipulated under the Political and Public Officers Emolument (Amendment) Law, 2023, which provides for the emoluments of elected political appointees and public office holders.
Lecky gained national recognition in 2018 as a contestant on Big Brother Naija Season 3. She has since built experience across media, tourism, entertainment and advocacy.
Before the latest appointment, she served as Senior Special Assistant to the Edo State Governor on Tourism and Creative Economy. She also worked as Arts and Special Projects Lead at ElectHER, Programme Manager at Kunle Afolayan Productions Film and Television Academy, and hosted the DStv travel and food programme Sights of Flavours.
Her appointment comes amid efforts to promote Edo State’s rich cultural heritage and strengthen its tourism and creative sectors.
