The phrase "top functionaries" refers to the most important or high-ranking officials or executives within an organization or government. Full definition
Most importantly, I have read reports of top functionaries of PDP and Rivers State government either abducted by unknown gunmen or arrested by the security agents. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
Those who accompanied Aregbesola to the special service in his honour include former Minister of State for Defence Mr. Musiliu Obanikoro, Senator Bayo Salami, and Other top functionaries of government such as the Secretary to the State Government Alhaji Moshood Adeoti, Chief of staff Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
Curiously, there were very few top functionaries who stood by me and showed support during the critical period of my life. (yashuaib.com)