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 ...

KADUNA GOVT REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO PRESS FREEDOM. (PHOTO).


 Kaduna Govt Reaffirms Commitment To Press Freedom


The Kaduna State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to press freedom, stating that the administration of Governor Uba Sani has strengthened media engagement as part of efforts to promote transparent and inclusive governance.


The State Commissioner for Information, Malam Ahmed Maiyaki, made this known on Saturday in Kaduna during the Nigeria Union of Journalists’ (NUJ) Chairman’s Night organised by the Kaduna State Council of the union.


Maiyaki said the current administration had intentionally embraced openness and accessibility, noting that relations between the government and the media were more cordial and constructive compared to previous years.


Represented at the event by the Director of Media Relations and Citizen Engagement in the ministry, Malam Yunusa Abdullahi, the commissioner said journalists now enjoy improved access to information and government officials.


“Under Governor Uba Sani, government, media relations have witnessed significant improvement. This administration places high value on access, engagement and respect for press freedom, allowing journalists to work professionally and contribute meaningfully to public discourse,” he said.


Maiyaki explained that effective communication had enhanced public understanding of government policies and programmes across the state, adding that improved information flow had also contributed to peacebuilding and social cohesion.


He emphasised the importance of accurate and timely information dissemination, especially in a diverse state like Kaduna, where misinformation could easily fuel tension.


The commissioner urged journalists to uphold professional ethics and avoid the spread of false or misleading information.


“We must ensure that facts, not falsehoods, shape public opinion. Responsible journalism is crucial to sustaining peace, democracy and development,” he added.


Maiyaki was honoured with an award for Outstanding Media Achievements by the NUJ in recognition of his leadership in information management in the state.


Other award recipients included the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ibraheem Musa, alongside journalists from national and local media organisations and veteran practitioners.

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