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Jaybadestboy:
Today is September 22, still no list

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Did you read this:
“Ladies and gentleman. Receive grace for patience. The list shouldn't be expected any time soon. You've waited all these while, you can hold on a little longer. Cheers!"

#It'sAuthoritative

Ladies and gentleman. Receive grace for patience. The list shouldn't be expected any time soon. You've waited all these while, you can hold on a little longer. Cheers!

shophut:
What do you refer to as incompetence? Is trying to put things in order so that future scholars won't have hitches while overseas pursuing their studies or doing the same things over and over again allowing future scholars to be stranded overseas with unpaid tuitions and upkeep? Is that the incompetence you are talking about

My dear, nobody is saying that the wrongs shouldn't be corrected. My point is if honesty and transparency gets its primacy in 2017, we'll all be the better for it. But, keeping people back home when their colleagues have resumed is uncalled for. PTDF and NDDC had their exams and interviews at almost the same time. I need not remind you of what transpired at the PTDF camp. Release the list, be transparent with the process, correct your past mistakes while these students have left and commenced their studies. Or is this too much to ask?
Can a bank for instance stop attending to customers because there was fraud(real or suspected) amongst it workers? Are we accepting this maltreatment because it's a government agency?
#EnoughSaid

shophut:
I have been keenly going through all comments on this thread. Some of you fight and abusing each other here will that change when NDDC will bring out the list. #Pauseandthink.

NDDC is an agency under the constitution of Nigeria, and reserves every right to discharge its duties as guided under the law. The MD/CEO has uncovered an internal fraud perpetuated over the years using the cover of this scholarship scheme and wants to put it right, and so many of you here are crying foul about it.

Which is better? NDDC brings out the list and you become stranded over there or accept the delay and wait for things to be set right and get all funds accrued before leaving.

We should join hands and do the needful.

Does misappropriation and malfeasance take eternity to unravel? Monies were paid to individuals not ghosts. Does internal weaknesses of an institution spearheaded by a few corrupt officials be responsible for majority missing their admissions? If this year's award is transparent, then it becomes easier to go back and undo previous anomalies. Let's stop giving excuses for incompetence please. Thank you.

Nigerdcritics:
The list is ready, but the board is reluctant to release it. My source says they want to pay the scholars they own first before the release. Hopefully Thursday or Friday.
But like I said this board and MD of NDDC are the worse in the history of the NDDC

Friends,let's be frank here. It's not important if the list is released with no adequate funds. We don't want an award letter sending us on a “suffering mission." Whatever needs to be done to right these wrongs should be done.

sethmelia002:
You people dont seem to understand what the word keep in view/suspension is, NDDC is trying to solve some issues and after that they will release the result. All these false updates on release today or tomorrow is becoming irritating. Everybody should exercise some patience it will come. And it will at Gods perfect timing. Jeezzzzzz!

Ma'am, you seem to have some genuine information. But then let's face it, what issues take this long to solve? Schools work with sessions, isn't it rather inhumane to subject people to this kind of treatment? Most schools resumed in September, and here we are talking of being kept in view ( KIV).
The last time I applied to a university for teaching and I was told the application was KIV was in 2014. Candidly, up till this day, the school didn't get in touch. If all is not well with NDDC as it seems to be( remember that even the mere 10k, they've not been able to pay), they should tell the whole world so. We're simply tired of being kept in the dark. Thank you.

Alicella:
Na wa oh! the wait is so exasperating....... God help ur children, well you remain my jehovah overdo, my blood pressure will not rise.

It will not o. We've all tried since July, these remaining hours/days wouldn't change a thing. Our testimony is sure.

choicecad:
So hopefully before the week runs out the list will be released? is that what you mean.

My dear, I'm not privy to insider information. I'm waiting just like most other people here. The guys with insiders said this week, today is just Tuesday. Let's keep our fingers crossed.

kilmix:
What phone are you using?

It isn't about the phone. When I checked earlier, the site wasn't loading; it's working now. But the list is still being expected.

NDDC site is not loading.

The suspense has been enervating. Finally, we'll heave a sigh of relief. List next week, briefing should be presumably in October. My school resumed on the 11th of September. May God's mercy manifest and 2017 be much different from our predecessor's experience.

By the way, where's our 10k for fare. Has NDDC forgotten?

Alicella:
I met a lovely lady at the CBT centre in port Harcourt, we exchanged contact. I could feel the aura of greatness around her.......we both were invited for the interview, so in August i kept on calling her and asking if she had any update, she is not given to too many words. She went to NDDC BUILDING gon gon gon. She said she will not leave until she sees the director of Education.......glory to God she had a meeting with the man. And he told her the list is with the board and he knows nothing about when it going to be released. That she ahould tell her parents to pay her tuition fees and if fortunately she is selected, she will get her money back. And she told the man "if my parents had money to pay for my tuition why will i bother myself with the scholarship in the first place?" And that is how my friend was discharged.

Is it the same list with the Board that has just been typed or another? I hope you ain't joking with something this important @ Cebu?

xenaaa:
My source: NDDC MGT.

I know youll doubt that. But good thing is, next week Is almost here.

Then:

sethmelia002: 7:39pm
You people will not hear word, the list has been put under suspension until the problems are resolved........na wa


Who do we believe?

Chevinsmedia:
Why are all these people disturbing someone with VC stories.

Please, leave that issue for another day.

What's the update for the LSS fellows??

That's quite insensitive of you. Why not leave your comment rather than being derogatory? You've gotten a scholarship, congrats. But there's someone who is in dire need of help. And that's what we've been trying to do in our own little way.

Be mindful of other's feelings. Thank you.

Aminuabiolamuhd:
What are you shaking your head for?
At least u heard from the horses mouth that he tried booking an appointment with the VC on several occasions in different institutions even with recommendation from the chancellor but to no avail.
All I'm saying is that in Nigerian institutions, booking an appointment with the VC is like a mission impossible.

Here's a secret, ask for the name of the VC's secretary. To go pass security, tell them you want to see the secretary. Be polite to him/her and state your mission. If you can get the secretary's no, it's even better. Discuss before coming.

As I mentioned your state university is your best bet. Demand for a part time appointment and a promise to come and teach for free even if it's for a week upon returning.

Best of luck.

Aminuabiolamuhd:
Is that how easy it is booking an appointment with the VC of ur school?
We're talking about the no 1 man in that institution. Sincerely this might take a whole lot of time

There's nothing that's unachievable. I have had occasions to be with two VCs - federal uni & state. if you're persistent enough, you'll get whatsoever you set your mind on.
#EnufSaid

CeciliaOko:
Hello house. I know this thread is not for NITDA Scholarship but I just hope that I'll get help/sugestions from Nairalanders here.
I was success in the last year's Aptitude test(PhD category) and will soon be invited for Verification but my problem is that i don't have an employement letter as a University lecturer but I have secured an admission into my programme already.
What do I do?
How do I get this letter? I've applied to over 40 different universities no positive feedback.
I'm at the verge of losing it all.
I've tried all I could, even applied as freelance lecturer in some private universities to no avail.

I will really appreciate your kind suggestions.
Thank you.

Is being a university lecturer a criterion for the scholarship, if yes. Then, do one of two things:
1. Go to a private uni, book an appointment with the VC. Tell him in simple terms. A temporary appointment would do, no compensation is required. You'd even volunteer to lecture one month for free upon returning from studies.

2. Apply the same technique to a state university. But, go back to your state of origin and see the VC of your state university. It'll work. You should have come to seek advice before now. This is September already.

Wishing you the best in your academic journey. Cheers!

Ovywils:
Guess you're happy about that

my brother, I wonder o. Those are mere grapevine. Why would they go on and conduct tests and interviews when they know there are backlog of payments? Well friends, don't let it bother you. There's a yearly budget, funds are to be spent for their allocation. That's how it works. If funds meant for the scholarship in the budget for 2015 & 2016 was misplaced, how's that our business. Keep the faith. The list will not just be released, but funds will be provided.
#BornOptimist

DanXplore:
Thanks i just did that.
But they said i should present an evidence of the scholarship form ptdf before they could re-issue me an unconditional offer. I gave them a link to ptdf website but they said it is not enough. Any ideas?

the univeristy i chose is University of manchester and the course chosen is 'Advanced process integration and design'

Be patient bro. Your award letter will be issued by PTDF. Just wait for the orientation/briefing. That will suffice.

There's jubilation in the PTDF camp. The guys at NDDC are waiting, the waiting is crushing, anxiety mounting, emotions at an all time peak. Prayers have been ongoing - God has heard many. The answers are are on their way, the angels are already on assignment. Hold on guys, just a little more, THE LIST will be out. It shall turn to your testimony.
#Havefaith

Synger:
Friends, it is very shameful NDDC has been monumentally inefficient, and her delays has destabilized the plans of many! While we can conveniently blame them, I would not advise PROSPECTIVE scholars to act as though we are scholars already. In the strict sense of it, NDDC may not be answerable to us at this stage, but that does not in any way justify this delay. My Advice: wait patiently and if successful, you would have the RIGHT to fight for it. I make these submission because of the following
1. In 2015 and 2016, the scholars where communicated in the 2nd and 4th week of September, respectively! This tells me, NDDC does not care about the start date of our course. Personally, I was a beneficiary in 2015 and had to get another admission for January to utilise the award. They are known for delays in all they do.

2. The PhD scholars for 2015 above (same set as myself) are truly stranded and struggling to get their funds! Methinks, this is a strong indication all is not well with NDDC, especially when one considers the fact that they are SCHOLARS already. Not to talk of people who are still yet to be given award. NDDC has the right to suspend this year's award and the applicants would not be notified. Atleast, that's the "standard practice" in this country! Feeling ashamed! The onl

3. A serious candidate who really yearns for this award, should have understudied the modus operandus of NDDC so they don't get unnecessarily worried. I say this not with the intention to be provocative, but to make us understand how terrible the state of things are. In 2015, when I got the award, we where paid after 8 months for a 12 months MSc (I was very lucky because some persons own took longer).

While the above statements may not be a good news, it should at least make us get a clear picture of what to fight for and what not to exert our energy on. Just to be clear, I also applied and my Uni resumes in 2 weeks time and I feel terrible about the delay. But, I don't know if I made the list but prays everyday I do make it whenever it is released.

I think we should be open to information from a few privileged persons here; that could be helpful---atleast for planning purpose. The history of the award also tells me, they are not bent on improving irrespective of political leadership as evident in delays in from late release of scholars list and unpardonable delayed payment of scholars entitlements.

Concluding, let's be patient and make the list while hoping this avoidable delay would translate to improvements in the scheme. Sincere apologies if any aspect of my thoughts tramples on the sensibility of anyone.

Quite insightful! It crossed my mind that the new MD may just be trying to improve the scheme.
Now that PTDF has released her list, let's hope NDDC would do same. Btw, I learnt a proposed meeting was schelluded today, any one with an update0?

Jayroland:
Lol... you just had to put this meme abi If not, your message would have been incomplete. Nice..

'memelised' Dremanuel.........���Your head dey there!

Dex4:
Most schools resume by 17th of September and the last date for issuing of CAS for Visa processing is 8th,after which one stands to lose his/her admission.

How do we get across to them, seems they don't read the complaints we post on here!

Twitter all the way.
#Tweet
#Retweet
#InfactREretweet

Prudento:
The actions of PTDF, NDDC, etc are all insensitive and provocative. It makes an already angry Nigerian mad and a peaceful one dissilusioned. Who knows them should tell them they have failed us.

The most painful one is that of being aware of the resumption date of most scholars, yet delaying “The List."

Nigerdcritics:
They are all accomplices. Guy if you are from Niger Delta and you are not angry, you either live in lagos, abuja, abroad, or Port Harcourt and you don't go to your community if they actually have gas or crude. Northerners who are alive have oil wells in my community, an Hausa Fulani man is holding PTDF scholarship list because he wants to fix his brother in a scholarship that is funded by funds gotten from resources taken from my community. Please if you have not gotten to the point of vexing, I am vexed. My sister is a distinction graduate from Uniport and imagine that it was Commonwealth scholarship she traveled with. Guy allow me to vex, if I have my way I will do worse.

You have a case my brother. Pls, house give him space to vex. If I tell you how close I was before this president came made changes and brought his cronies on board, you'll invite me over for a ‘vexation timeout'. I'm really pained by events in this country. BTW, I rep the resources raped southsouth.

Nigerdcritics:
My sister graduated from Aberdeen and she told me that there are Northerners who didn't write exams or do interviews but are ptdf scholars. in the list of scholars PTDF send yearly its more of Northerners. What sort of injustice. She even told me there is a boy when did his masters and straight away went to do phd with PTDF without an interview, because he didnt go back home after his masters.
Make una no worry soon na groundnut and Tomato money we go use fund PTDF. Rubbish!!!

You aren't mistaken. It's a common thing with them. A friend who is a northerner told me same. Even showed me the guy that benefited. He even used PTDF to study Accounting & Finance which is obviously not one of the listed courses. The same thing is happening in TETFUND. Marginalization every where. I ought to be away by now too but for the gross ineptitude and biases of those in authority.

agongajoseph:
yes it is a four year thing but it's like dey want to fling them out

I think it's gonna be better for "The list" to be premièred before they get butted out.

agongajoseph:
I heard they might be changing the NDDC board next month, who else heard the info?

They have a four year tenure. I haven't heard anything yet.

layems02:
Hi guys, I studied elect/elect engineering and I want to write ican dis November diet, do I have any exemption?

You'll start at the Foundation level. Your exemption is in A1 ( Quantitative Techniques in Business). You'll be writing the other 4 courses.

adebayo6502:
Is it true Ican gives scholarship to First class students. If yes, how is the scholarship like, and what are the steps in claiming it

Yes. When you register as a student. They'll contact you.

Ugosample:
How about those at skills level or professional level ?

Can they use their status to search for petty accounting jobs?

@isobayor

Yes. Try and get attached to audit firm. The pay may not be much but the experience is invaluable. While there keep applying for better jobs. Wishing you the best in your hustle.

Ugosample:
How about those at skills level or professional level ?

Can they use their status to search for petty accounting jobs?

@isobayor

Yes. Try and get attached to audit firm. The pay may not be much but the experience is invaluable. While there keep applying. Wishing you the best in your hustle.