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 ...

"LOOKMAN'S TRIUMPH MARKS A NEW ERA FOR NIGERIAN SPORTS DEVELOPMENT"- NSC DG OLOPADE.(PHOTO).


 “Lookman’s Triumph Marks a New Era for Nigerian Sports Development” – NSC DG Olopade


Honourable Bukola Olopade, Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), has hailed Ademola Lookman’s selection as the 2024 CAF Player of the Year as a historic achievement that will elevate Nigerian sports to new heights.


Olopade also commended Chiamaka Nnadozie, the Super Falcons’ goalkeeper, for winning the Goalkeeper of the Year award, and praised the Super Falcons for being named the Women’s Team of the Year.


Speaking at the CAF Awards in Marrakech, Morocco, where he attended despite his busy schedule, Olopade expressed immense pride in the athletes’ performances, highlighting their successes as significant milestones for Nigerian football.


“It was a remarkable night for Nigerian football. Both our male and female athletes demonstrated excellence, with Lookman and Nnadozie receiving top individual honors, and the Super Falcons being named Women’s Team of the Year,” Olopade stated.


The NSC DG emphasized that Lookman’s achievement reflects his dedication, consistency, and the immense talent within Nigerian athletes.


“Lookman’s success establishes him as one of Africa’s top players. His recognition is not only well-deserved but also serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes back home,” Olopade remarked.


He also lauded Chiamaka Nnadozie for her outstanding contributions, noting that her award highlights the growing strength of women’s sports in Nigeria.


“Nnadozie’s achievement is a powerful reminder of the potential of our women athletes. It reinforces our commitment to investing in women’s sports and creating more opportunities for female athletes across the country,” Olopade added.


In conclusion, the NSC DG stated that these accomplishments will inspire and motivate young athletes, encouraging a new generation to strive for excellence as Nigeria continues to prioritize sports development under the current administration.

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