DOLLY PARTON RETURNS TO PUBLIC EYE TO CELEBRATE OPENING DAY AT DOLLYWOOD . (PHOTO).

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 Dolly Parton returns to public eye to celebrate opening day at Dollywood     Dolly Parton made her first public appearance in months to celebrate the opening day of Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, on Friday. The country music icon reflected on the past year, a year after the death of her husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, saying she is “doing good” and has been working to rebuild herself spiritually, emotionally, and physically after grieving and dealing with health issues that kept her from touring. Joined on stage by Dollywood president Eugene Naughton, Parton brought her trademark humor to the crowd, joking about rumors of a new husband while reaffirming her devotion to Dean. She also shared updates on her ongoing projects, including a new Broadway musical and her Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum in Nashville. Parton previewed the park’s 41st season, highlighting the upcoming NightFlight Expedition ride, a new “Run Dollywood” race weekend, an updated ...

ANAMBRA MAN BUILDS POLYTECHNIC IN OBA.{PHOTOS}..

 Anambra Man Heeds Governor Obiano's Aku Luo Uno Call, Builds Polytechnic In Oba


By Ejike Abana (ABS Goverment House Correspondent)


In response to Governor Willie Obiano's Aku Luo Uno Call, a private interest has instituted a private tertiary institution known as Grundtvig Polytechnic in Oba.


The maiden matriculation ceremony of the higher institution which was held in Oba was attended by the Deputy Governor of Anambra State, Dr. Nkem Okeke, the Rector Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Dr Francisca Nwafulugo, among others.


Speaking at the occasion, the Deputy Governor commended the initiative and expressed his belief in education as the key to success.


Dr. Okeke asked the students to take their studies seriously and know that they were admitted to study, improve their morals and character as a strong foundation to what they will later become in life.


Also speaking, the Rector, of the Polytechnic, Dr. Sam Nsolibe who noted that they were granted licence in 2019, described the journey which started many years ago as tedious, pointing out that with the successful matriculation, the school becomes the only polytechnic owned by a private interest in Anambra state.


He noted that the vision of the Polytechnic is to raise the standard of education, building character and competence into humanity.


On his part, the Chairman/Executive Director of Grundtvig Polytechnic, Dr. Kachi Ozumba who appreciated the government of Anambra State for creating the enabling environment through brilliant policy and philosophy of Aku luo uno, revealed that the school idea began over a decade ago, pledged that they will continue with the culture of excellence and support students towards the realisation of their dreams for attending the school.


In a goodwill message, the Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Dr. Nwafulugo described the matriculation as an important academic transition, stressing that education is a real factor for tomorrow's investment.


Speaking to the students, she noted that the Polytechnic is not a dumping ground for anyone, as such, they should strive to show commitment and hard work to meet the high expection of their wards.

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