Sherrill makes history by appointing Shirley Emehelu as new Lt. Gov.

By: Ryan Conway

Outlets: NJ State House News Service

Published: November 9, 2026

Words: 608

Last Updated: 4 hours, 38 minutes ago

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TRENTON, N.J. – For the first time in history, New Jersey will be led by two women after Gov. Mikie Sherrill appointed Shirley Emehelu the next lieutenant governor on Monday

Additionally, Emehelu will be the first immigrant to ever serve in that role, having immigrated from Nigeria as a child. Before taking the oath of office at the Statehouse with her husband and two children at her side, Emehelu said she was proud to mark the …

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