₦airaland Forum

MAGG0T:
When did Wike become Buhari, that cow from Daura,...

U Fulani Loyalists should just hide ur faces in shame, u guys are daft.

mufutau55:
Thank you jare, just because Hajji is building kobo-kobo houses all over the place, they think he is a poor man.
What will I do with a $1000 Lawn Mower when I can buy the Executive one for $10,000. Guys, I am not that poor o.
Thanks Mr. Egun

Hajji M.

Peachville:
I want to tell my story of how MOD stressed my life out for remark and how they make people feel when actually they are the ones with the issue. I WON THE REMARK CASE.[/color][color=#006600]

Santinojr:
Hello.. About the info you needed about NGOs, did you get it?

blueskies:
Hello house. Pls i need links or infos of NGOs i can apply as a volunteer. Thanks

Abiolamat:
Name: Anonymous
IELTS score: L9 R9 W7 S8
ECA completed:
Age: 4
Level of education: Masters
ECA: Completed
Spouse IELTS (LRWS): 6
Spouse age: 32
Spouse level of education: Msc, PGD( in progress)

*CRS*:- 414

jaybros:
hello all,

with a BScN plus RN submission to get?

SQLmastar:
23rd March 2019...LRWS: 8.5/8/6.5/7.5 BC

The writing part2 Topic was about FASTFOOD and its effect on lifestyle and diet. However, I was writing with the thought of fastfood shops (mr biggs, chicken republic, etc) THESE ARE NOT FASTFOOD oo. It was after the test that I realized that fastfood is actually the food itself and it can be prepared anywhere (even at home ).
I wrote @least 280 words.

Do I go for a remark? (I will toss a coin)

How long does EOR take? (I dunno)

Do I need help in writing? (yes I do)

tolfa:
You have all it takes to ace IELTS...why not give it a quick retry as it's 'hot' and give it a remark if you have the means. Remark is usually 6 weeks though

MzPearl1914:
It it's after release of results, I'm still on track then I guess. Would do definitely apply for EOR. Thanks all for your contribution

slydog:
Really don't know MOD remark process, but BC must be done within six weeks after release of result

MzPearl1914:
Okay, thanks. Can you explain how you went about the re-mark, although I wrote with MOD.

MzPearl1914:
Mamas and papas in the house. Please enlighten me a bit. I wrote the IELTS test on 14 Feb, result cake out with L.S.R.W as 8,7,7,6.5. Can I still apply for a re-mark?
What percentage do I have that the writing would come to 7.0, because that's what is dropping my CRS scores?
Thanks

slydog:
Pls apply for remark, u will get it. Despite having L7.5, S7.5, R7.5 , W6 for 9th February BC, I applied for remark and just got it today, W increased from 6 to 7 overall is 7.5
Though I have written with MOD as well aiming to get 8 in listening. So pls go for EOR asap

barbiee:
please register for ukvi academic. That way, you can use it for both immigration and nmc registration.

annmmesoma:
Hi everyone.Good morning.please I intend writing CBT exams and IELT exam too but I don't the type of IELT to register, whether I should register for general or academic.thanks

HeWrites:
Yeah

SoftBread01:
The environment is just too dusty which is not good for one's health. I'm already feeling feverish

HeWrites:
Transportation is now 50naira though.

SoftBread01:
Finally, I got there last night. Thanks once again for those tips you gave.

enoeshett:
My scores after remark has come o! My new scores are 9,9,8,7 in LRSW.
So relieved right now!
Thank you my Seniors!
@Joo2018
@Ifeoma77
@DadR

Ifeoma77:
Woke up to THE mail today
It's PPR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

SoftBread01:
It was helpful. Thank you so much, ma.

SoftBread01:
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ladymarshall:
Silent reader but not anymore, lol. Decided on this journey January 2019.

Wrote ielts 09 Feb (first attempt)

LRWS: 8.5, 8.5, 8, 8. Overall band= 8.5. I saw my result and could not believe. I still think maybe it is not mine and they switched results.

I am grateful to @Eshay for introducing me to the Cannyland journey, this platform and thread, guiding me and sharing her experiences while I prepared for the exams. You are my angel. May our dreams come true

I prepared for a month.

Listening: Practice and concentration is the key. I practiced at least 3 times a week. First results were poor but over time it got better. Know the scores you need to get an 8 (36/40 minimum) and never give up until you can score it in at least 6-7 practice tests consecutively. @happyme31 is so right, that listening tip helped me too especially part 2, 3, and 4. I remember it was a lady that scored so high in part 6 that gave that tip. Practice writing out keys parts of the conversation as you hear them, especially for those academic and touring conversations (part 3 and 4). This will be so useful for answers that are synonyms of what was spoken. For instance, in part 3 of my exam, the supervisor told the student that her presentation was too sudden and the answer was Abrupt. She told the student that she was also too slow, too fast in her speaking and the answer was Irregular. Writing out that conversation helped me identify the synonyms as I rechecked. In those sections, where you have A, B, C options, You would waste a lot of time and lose concentration if you are looking for the answers while the conversation is on. Write out key words and points. Part 1 and sometimes part 2 are straightforward, no need to write all, just listen carefully. If you miss an answer, MOVE ON FAST, don't panic or think about it.

Reading: Skimming and scanning are the keys. The answers are sequential through the passage but they can be tricky. In passage 3 of my exam, the last two answers were in the second paragraph because it mentioned two sentences about outdoor jobs, while the rest of the paragraphs were about indoor jobs. When you cannot find the answer, move on immediately and finish the rest, then return to those unknown questions and read the passages carefully sentence by sentence in that paragraph you think it is, you will find it, depending on how much time you have. While practicing, I noticed my weakness was the difference between False and Not Given, so I spent more time on those parts.

Speaking: Telling a story in part 2 and talkativeness in all the parts are the keys. As @happyme31 pointed out, Jay's videos are the best. I also watched past interviews of band 9 candidates and asked myself why they were deserving of band 9. They never stopped talking and used the right vocabulary for the topic. Talk so much and allow the examiner to get tired and stop you (Be a talkative on that day, even if you are not naturally one). It does not matter if you have no idea. If you are unlucky like me to be asked about tough topics like Global Trade, importation and exportation between countries and sustainability in businesses in part 3, still say anything. I paused and told the examiner that this was a tough question because economics is not my strength but I will answer it anyhow based on my layman's knowledge. I used the example of computer village, Nigeria's population and our hustling spirit as the country's best export. I knew I did not make sense but I was determined to keep talking. I just kept thinking of President Trump who says rubbish with so much confidence and still gets supporters, lol.

Writing: Structure and complex sentences are the keys. Just like @happyme31 said, Jay's video was my only guide. Please use the first 2 minutes to understand the question and what is required. Then use the next three minutes to draw an outline in your question paper of points you want to write. May a sketchy outline so you do not get stuck in the middle of your writing especially for Task 2. Practice using different kinds of sentences (passive, complex, compound questions, etc. Avoid writing in simple sentences). Also, use transitional words like your life depends on them (However, even though, although, yet, still, nevertheless, etc). Use uncommon words as long as they make sense (critics, cousine, turbulence, flabbergasted, etc, write like those village headmasters of those days who use big grammars that make sense). Also keep writing, do not stop, collect extra sheet (you can only do this if you have drawn an outline of your ideas).

For task 2, fill at most three pages or three and a half. Structure is everything in task two, there is a template for writing from Jay's video (introduction, four to five paragraphs for body and elaborate on your ideas, then conclusion). Elaborate on each point in each paragraph (use examples, quote researches and studies (whether they are true or not, the examiner does not care about whether that research really exists), use your personal experiences as a student, worker, mother, father, Nigerian, hustler, business man anything). As you write, imagine you are a debater in the room trying to convince, expantiate, elaborate or prove to your listener about points. Finally, don't be like me, please proofread, allocate the last five minutes to proof read and edit all your tasks. I think I was only fortunate that I write error-free sentences on first draft, but maybe if I had edited, I would have scored higher (maybe, or maybe I scored lower but God touched the examiner's heart). Editing helps and might improve your score by .5 which might make a big difference.

Most importantly, avoid over-confidence. This exam is about technique and strategy, not English knowledge. I am at the level of a native speaker and very advanced user in my profession but I practiced like it was German or Chinese I was preparing for. And after writing the exams, pray, pray, pray to any God you believe in.

Apologies for the long post but I just wanted to help like previous posters in part 6 have helped me too.

ECA is in the final evaluation stage with Wes. Once it comes, I will dive into the pool. I am currently gathering post-ITA docs because my CRS score is really high (thanks to IELTS scores) as our seniors here have advised potential CRS high scorers.


Fingers crossed for us all in every stage of our journeys. May our dreams come true. It will end in praise.

adenikeO:
Please help!!!

gmajor10:
How many litres?

kbams241:
Jazakallah hiran. Pls can u give mor explanation on number 9(rulings on animals to kill) in d instance wer by d sheep gives birth b4 slaughter are we to kill d baby too. If yes dosnt dat contradict d number dat says animal for udhya must be a year old. Pls i nid mor explanation on dis. Ma salam

jesbu:
For now I dont know of any other way.
But will update you if the is.
Try this download a vpn without root access.
Delete your account from play store.
If you have used your card with google play store before delete the card from your account.
Power the vpn select usa
Login again to play store add your card it will show you PayPal OR credit card use any method you like. All payment will be in usd.
You must follow these steps outlined here.

Enjoy the sweetness of U.S. google play store.
Download app restricted in our country Nigeria.

One question why would you have an android if you are not rooted?

jesbu:
The reason is because google play store is showing in naira. For you to be able to buy you will change the location of google play store to usa, Then it will work.
I can guide you if you are rooted.
This is my USA play store