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 ...

LATE EX-ONDO GOVERNOR AKEREDOLU’S REMAINS ARRIVE NIGERIA. (PHOTOS).



Late Ex-Ondo Governor Akeredolu’s remains arrive Nigeria

 

The remains of the late former Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, have been brought back to Nigeria from Germany, where he passed away. The plane carrying Akeredolu’s body arrived at about 3:39 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2024.


The arrival was marked by the presence of the late governor’s wife, Chief Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, his children, and siblings, led by Prof. Wole Akeredolu, the immediate younger brother. They received the body at the airport.


The solemn occasion also saw the presence of representatives from various states, including Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by his Chief of Staff, Mr. Tayo Ayinde; Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbi Talabi; and a representative of Osun State Governor, Senator Demola Adeleke.


Additionally, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Princess Oladunni Odu, and some members of the state executive council were present at the airport to receive Akeredolu’s body.


The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Engr. Ade Adetimehin, and a member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Gboyega Adefarati, were also in attendance.


Emotional scenes unfolded as family members, followers, friends, and associates witnessed the lowering of the late governor’s body from the plane.


Akeredolu died in Germany on December 26, 2023, and his remains had been deposited at the morgue until the final burial.


While details of the burial arrangements are yet to be announced, a family member assured that the information would be shared soon.


The return of Akeredolu’s remains marks a poignant moment for the people of Ondo State and the nation at large, as preparations for his final resting place are anticipated.

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