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giselle237:Me! I had mine in Abuja on the same day. Yet to hear from them oh. Where was your biometrics done? It's beyond the 15 working days stipulated. My travel plans have been thwarted. Phew! |
Please is there anyone here who had Biometrics done on April 18th and gotten feedback from UKVI? |
ottawasenators:You're absolutely right. Sent a friend in Abuja to help book an appointment and make enquiries but she was told they were unavailable till Monday. One of their numbers isn't connecting while the other just rings with no response. Phew! |
Wow. Does God not have a sense of humour? So yesterday I posted I was waiting for next week's draw not knowing one will be held same day... The real story is this. Hubby and I wrote IELTS with BC in September. I was initially meant to be the primary applicant. Results for hubby: LRWS- 8.5, 8.5,7, 7 while mine was 7,8,7,7.5. With this, plans changed. Hubby became the PA and we landed a CRS of 441 because of his older age. We waited patiently in the pool and I can't forget the feeling of disappointment I had when the next draw came out to be 442. I narrowly missed the one prior(October 15th) which was 440 because i just didn't know how to create a profile and the whole concept of a GC key due to certain circumstances(story for another day).Meanwhile hubby had told me from the day the results came out to register for another exam but I stubbornly refused and assured him we should be patient as I was sure we would get ITA looking at the previous trends. That was how the subsequent draws came and were 445, 449 etc. At that point of 449, I "borrowed myself brain" and just had to register again on November 16th for the December 1st exam with MOD, leaving me with just two weeks of preparation. I really felt bad because I felt disappointed in myself that I had to write it again(I like to set high standards for myself, I had never written an exam twice all my life) plus I had to travel and leave my kids who were ill with their caregivers, but with encouragement from hubby and friends(and of course, God's mighty grace), I gave it my best shot especially the listening. I realised that in the first exam, I used only ieltsliz for listening and never knew about or practised any module with a map/graph so it was very much to my surprise and chagrin to flip open the pages in the exam hall and see a map. That tipped me off balance and that was where I lost it. But this second time, I practised a lot of listening tests with maps and graphs with a variety of materials especially Cambridge IELTS and I'm thankful for the result: LRSW- 9, 8.5, 8.5, 7. My new CRS score is 476. I was waiting for my TRF to enter the pool only for us to get ITA yesterday. What's the lesson I've learnt here? Anyone can fall but it's best to pick up the pieces and try again. It's also good to consider the opinions of others as they may be speaking with foresight or from a point of wisdom. Using prime selected materials for studying is also key. One can also learn from the experiences and mistakes of others. The irony now is that hubby has gotten ITA with his score of 441. But he feels I should be the PA since I'm more organized and adept with handling such issues which would require lots of correspondence. Confused much! In the meantime, let me start gathering all documents and paraphernalia. Good luck to everyone on this journey. We shall overcome! ![]() |
I'm a silent reader but the flood of testimonies today has made me come out from hibernation mode. Congrats to all PPR clinchers. I'm awaiting ITA next week with CRS 476. God help us all. |
Interesting post here! I'm totally in support of cordial relationships with inlaws, but at the same time, maintaining boundaries so that there's mutual respect. I've borne the brunt of being too open and trusting of inlaws, taking everyone as I would my family, without any bias or prejudice, but it turned round to sting me in ways I never thought possible. Innocent me! Now I have learnt, I have taken charge, I stopped wearing my heart on my sleeves(that was my greatest undoing. they knew my weakness and used it to torment me). I had to set my foot down and leave it there... Even up till now when I think about the incident(s), hot tears still gather in my eyes. My dear ikechizoba and barney11, I can relate. If I begin to tell my story right now(which I can't cos I'm pretty busy at work) , I will take not less than two whole pages on nairaland. I battled depression, I almost lost myself! I'm still struggling to let go and forgive, I have accepted an apology I never got. In the end, who's the loser? I'm building my home and loving it now. I've taken back the reins. No interference, no puck-nosing! Everybody is now on their lane and its perfect that way so there are no "crashes".Hubby and kids doing great! Life is good.... |
My Book of Bible Stories. Omg! How nostalgic. I have been looking to buy it for a while now..... |
okesgift:On point! It takes a real man and some level of maturity to really understand these godly instructions. Every marriage should be modeled after that which God intended, so whenever any confusion arises, resort to the Word of God. That should be the STANDARD! |
Hi everyone. Please who has recently carried out a transaction online using GTB MasterCard? Trying to pay for a ticket and I don't know what exchange rate they will use. I made enquiry at the bank yesterday and was told it's 283 naira to $1. Not sure i should take them for their word before they bill/charge me higher and I enter "one-chance". (Modify) (Quote) (Report) (Share) |
Hi everyone. Please who has recently carried out a transaction online using GTB MasterCard? Trying to pay for a ticket and I don't know what exchange rate they will use. I made enquiry at the bank yesterday and was told it's 283 naira to $1. Not sure i should take them for their word before they bill/charge me higher and I enter "one-chance". |
@udemski, thanks a lot. The info you gave was timely and helpful. |
Hi everyone. It's my first time on this thread. Quick question please. Please who has recently submitted an application? What exchange rate did you use for your conversion to pound sterling? Trying to draw up a budget spreadsheet and kinda confused as to what figure to use in order to have a successful application. The black market rate or the official CBN rate? |
I have been off nairaland for a long while since I lost my device but I just had to look for a means to post this after seeing this caption on the front page. The level of deceit in this present government is unprecedented. I remember vividly, clearly the day Fashola said and i quote- "Any responsible/serious government should provide power within six months." I myself was also moved with emotion hearing that. Nonetheless i knew better. People will say anything and everything to get what they want. It was during an APC town hall meeting/campaign in Benin. I remember Osibanjo was standing right beside him, to his left to be exact, nodding in agreement. Adams Oshiomole was also seated amidst other APC members. What I can't really remember is the tv station that aired the event. A true test of integrity is being accountable and keeping to your word. Clearly Fashola must have said that in a state of euphoria in a bid to sway the people in favor of APC. The little admiration i have left for him is now questionable. Now the buck is at his table and he now realizes that the grass isn't always greener on the other side. APC- all talk, no action! |
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sukkot:i will do what I damn want. People like you are the problem in our society applauding people whose only connection to a meal ticket is an anchor baby. Women don't believe that they can make it on their own without the input of a man and rather toil with their brain , use their genitals. Ofcourse the reward is most times temporary. The earlier women realize that they hold their destinies in their hands and that men will only respect for their intellectual and productive capabilities with physical beauty just as a bonus, the better for them. Every baby mama in Nigeria rather posting pictures of their kids/shortcomings, should bury their heads in shame. |
sukkot:did you leave your brain under the pillow. Go to his twitter account months ago when the going was good. At the rate you are going, I hope your daughter does not become a baby mama to a musician whose career lifespan on the average is 6 to 10years. Be wise and change your minder. |
CFCman:I am yet to see uncles of flavour's baby mamas celebrating that their nieces had children out of wedlock, yet Dele Momodu went viral celebrating a child out of wedlock, yet Sukkot would attack me for focussing on the Yorubas. I am not tribalistic but his kinsmen should have told him to shut up as he is impacting negative moral values. |
sukkot:look at all your posts again. Seems you left your device to someone else to spew rubbish. |
sukkot:nice to see you have finally gotten the message that there is no pride in being a baby mama rather ridicule. Change your mindset and orientation. |
sukkot:they are not known for being baby mamas. They make sure the rich dude marries them before having children and not try to trap the guy with a pregnancy. Do a study and you will see the Yoruba girls will come out tops for baby mamas. |
sukkot:Can't believe what I am reading is from a sane person with a head on her shoulders. How is having a child out of wedlock a thing to be proud of ? Thank you for saying in the olosho world as sane responsible people are not found in such a world. This baby mama trend in Nigeria is disgusting and goes a long way to show the moral decadence in our society, wether for money or fame. Sorry to say this but it seems to be the stock in trade for Yoruba girls maybe because they still have second hand value. Amongst igbos, no ideal bachelor can ever marry such a woman, they are kept as mistresses or at best could marry a widower. Envy my foot, all your posts shows that you are likely Yoruba with poor moral values. |
Later people will be wondering why or how Ebola resurfaces. This is one of them. How people just get up and consume meat of a questionable source baffles me. |
Hello my sisters. I went through the latter part of this thread yesterday and was really touched and nostalgic. I used to be a frequent member but God's mercy located me and now I have my babies. I remember when I used to do the midnight prayers as well. Please I want to encourage you all, the same God who answered me will answer you. As daunting and frustrating TTC can be, look up to God, He NEVER fails. I agree with iyeejima to give your babies names already and call them forth. Its already settled in the spiritual realm, just await the physical manifestation. I remember attending Redeemed Holy Ghost service in Sept last year, Daddy GO said we should give our babies their names, I did and today I call them that. I asked for two but God surprised me with three. Please dont be discouraged. God is moved by faith, unshakable faith. He doesn't care what the diagnosis is. I'm with you in spirit and I'm praying that Gods blessings of fertility will rain down on all members of this thread. @jummayin, sorry bout your loss. The God of restoration will double your joy and wipe your tears. I love you all my sisters. It's not over until #Godwins |
As someone earlier aptly put, naysayers are dreamkillers. But they might also be 'dream-stealers' to distract one from seeing the goalpost, then turn around to score the goal. That's why the number one point is very valid- be careful who you share your dreams with. Joseph in the Bible shared his dreams innocently with his kin (brothers). Look where it got him. Good thing God turned it around for his good. Lesson- even family members can be naysayers. One just has to be wise. Very nice and realistic post, by the way. |
Yes o, sayoberry. I had to come back so that others will not fall prey. I was really hurt at first and that's why I kept away from naira land, but now that the dust has settled, I guess I will be visiting here more frequently. I didn't even want to say this because I may be giving away my identity but what the heck? For Dr f to behave in such a a manner to a fellow colleague speaks volumes. Anyway, he will meet his waterloo one day. |
Hello people. I had made up my mind not to castigate anyone on this thread but when I randomly visited this thread and seeing people go through what I went through in the hands of Dr Fagbohun, I thought it best to post my experience. |
Hello nairalanders. Hope everyone is fine. Pls I have an enquiry, and it is VERY urgent. Please does anyone have Melissa's no at ElPaso? I'll really appreciate it. Hope im nt spamming the thread but if I am, you could send me a pm. Thank you. |
@sayoberry, I totally agree with you. One just feels rushed up like it's a business deal/meeting. But as you said, let's just chill till we offload. |
Hello everyone. Hope we're all fine. Got into Houston yesterday and it wasn't so stressful. Flew United from Lagos. Hearing about all these airline promos now just makes me angry cos I paid almost 400k for my ticket, but all the same i'm glad I got here safely and when I did. Will post details of POE later when i'm well rested. PS: I got PTA from diamond bank at the rate of 203.5, so that's still fair enough compared to Mallam/aboki. Take care and have a great day. @segbas and mrsshen, you've got mail. |
@sayoberry, Oakbend charges $3500 for CS and $500 for each additional infant, abi has it changed? Pls let us know so we go take know to to arrange ourselves. Thanks @segbas, here's the transcript of my visa interview. Got there at about 6.50am, interview was slated for 7.30am at Abuja. Got through all the check in processes and finally got to sit. Only one young white lady was interviewing initially bt was later joined by a young friendly white guy. Was praying to meet d guy cos the lady approved one person and denied 2peeps before me(tho I think she had reason to). I was the 4th person she interviewed. Went with my MIL. VO: Goodmorning and how are you today? We: very well, thank you. Goodmorning. VO: she looks at screen- 'So you're going to have a baby?' Me: BABIES, actually (with emphasis on the ies)- make she hear am well VO: OH WOW. pass me ur doctor's correspondence and bank statements. I did that, including my dad's and MIL's statement and a letter from my dad. But ontop of the statements, I put my very bold/eye-catching budget spreadsheet (God bless the person that gave this info cos that's what impressed her) VO: who is this from?(referring to my dad's letter/bank statement) Me: it's my dad's, he's also supporting me. VO: is this your own budget cost? (she scans through the spreadsheet meticulously and makes sure the items correspond to what Dr. fagbohun has in his letter to me) Me: Yes Ma'am. VO: are u having twins/ triplets? Me: told her. VO: turns to my MIL. How much do you earn? MIL: told her, plus where she works VO: Have you travelled outside Nigeria before We: yeah VO: where to exactly? We: mentioned the countries VO: what does your husband do? Me: told her VO: what city are you going to? ME: Richmond, Texas VO begins typing oh, I just dey sing praises/kabash for my mind. VO: pick up your visas on Thursday. We: thank you. We turned and left with so much joy. In all I just thank God cos though I prepared well(thanks to phema's checklist and burden of proof), all that could have come to nothing if God didn't favour me/approve. Be confident, pray seriously and hope for the best. @all, have a blessed Sunday. Sorry for the long post. |
Hello everyone. I got my visa 2days ago. All the information I used( and I mean ALL) was obtained from this thread. I'm grateful to all who have contributed in no small measure to this thread. You guys are fulfilling dreams and changing lives! Indeed honesty is the best policy. My steadfast daily visit to this thread since August 2013 plus having 2 jotters full of info has finally paid off. I remember the days/reign of uchetobi, thababe, jyde2014 etc around this time last year, and used to fantasize when my dreams will turn to plans and then to reality. Please a quick question( can't find the page where someone posted all the airline policies/restrictions regarding preggies. Can someone please help with that? Also please has anyone used Lufthansa to Houston? How was the experience? Thanks once again, and may God bless everyone richly. |
Compliments of the season everyone! It's a new year filled with new hope, new dreams and by God's grace, new testimonies. Congrats to all those with successful visa interviews, POE experience and safe childbirth. @nefertitiram-your story is just an inspiration. This miracle shall be permanent, and God will complete this good work He has started. My reply is coming albeit late but yes, I'm expecting multiiples . I thank God for the grace so far.@sayoberry, my fellow multiple partner. Congrats on ur visa. Been following your posts from when you were ttc, to the new pregnant mamas thread(thick milo things) etc. Wishing you a safe trip and safe delivery. Pls i'll send you a pm as regards booking accommodation near Oakbend. Need it for my interview which is pretty soon. @ other mamas and papas, may God bless your efforts and perfect your plans. Have a great week ahead. |
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