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THE National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) has released results of the May/June 2017 NABTEB examinations with 58.75 per cent scoring credits and above in Mathematics and English Language. Registrar/Chief Executive of NABTEB, Prof (Mrs) Ifeoma Isiugo-Abanihe, disclosed this Tuesday while briefing journalists at NABTEB’s headquarters in Benin. She said out of the total number of 57,387 candidates that sat for the May/June 2017 NABTEB examination, 33,712 candidates scored five credits and above including English Language and Mathematics and that 47,360 candidates, representing 82.53 percent, candidates scored five credits and above with or without English Language and Mathematics. Representing 82.53% in the National Business Certificate/National Technical Certificate examinations while only 1,905 candidates were involved in examination malpractice representing 3.26% of the total number that sat for the examinations. She pointed that NABTEB recorded drop in ex...

On today's Celeb's edition AKD features Niniola ; a very talented well-known female artist in Nigeria and all over the world. The conversation below shows the interview report between AKD and NINIOLA AKD - What's your full name / brief us a little bit about your back ground. NINIOLA - My full name is Niniola Apata. Niniola is a proud yoruba girl from ilejemeje in Ekiti State, born and brought up in Lagos State. Niniola loves music, loves to sing, is playful , down to earth , and loves all the good things of life lol. I am from a very loving and caring home, my late Dad was married to 3 women who loves themselves dearly and have also taught us to love each other. I attended Apata Memorial Schools from Nursery all the way to secondary school, after which I attended University of Lagos where I got a Bachelors Degree in Biology Education. AKD - How/when did your love for music emanate or start up NINIOLA - My love for music started when I was a kid , listening to my Late ...

Former President  Olusegun Obasanjo  on Saturday has said that God could not  fix Nigeria  except Nigerians invite God into their lives collectively and individually. “ We have a lot of things wrong with this country, if all Nigerians are sincere. Nigeria can be fixed by God but we have to invite Him into our lives. What we have to do about this country is in our hands. “Gods grace abounds when we do not abuse it,” he said. Obasanjo made this remark during the 2017 Camp Meeting Concert by Apostolic Faith Church Choir and Orchestral at the Camp Ground Igbesa in Ogun. He also said that Christians should be prepared for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ  as the end of the world is near. “ Our country’s shoulders will be raised high among the comity of nations. All Nigerians , irrespective of religion , should pray for the resurrection of what our nation has lost. “Nigerians should remain patient in the face of political a...

Alright guys, so today AKD features NASTY_KING_SMITH an actor and also a comedian. Today Nasty_King_Smith shares his experience with AKD. Below is the conversation report AKD TV -  What's your full name , and brief us a bit about your childhood days N . K. S - My full name is Smith Ifeanyi Okonkwo I am from Anambra state. I was born in Ibadan but i grew up in Lagos, then later moved to Germany. I have four siblings and I am  the second child of the family AKD TV - Why did you go into comedy ; why not any other principle (s) N . K . S -  Oh well, Comedy/Entertainment has been a big part of my life right from my childhood. I love making people smile even in school, I always wanted to be the smart and funny one When people smile because of me, it give me this unique happiness. So I didn't want that happiness to stop that is why I kept doing comedy AKD TV -  How did you get your start in comedy? N . K . S - Well I started comedy very well thanks to social media i...

Today, we would be featuring Dundun Wendy; a young and aspiring politician. Dundun Wendy Ifeoluwakinshi is an aspiring Politician who is about to begin her undergraduate program at the Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti popularly known as ABUAD . More reason why she seems to be the major topic for today is cause of her inspiring story ; her drive towards the political scheme isn't just for the embezzlement or squandering of funds but her love towards people. Miss Wendy is an open hearted person who seems to be very accommodating and also has a tender heart in reaching out for the less privileged. She hopes to reach out for those who don't have full eligibility ie orphans, the disabled and other people who are merely taken for granted. Dundun Wendy is a lover of God who delights every moment spent with her family. She shares with AKD TV on how the family goes on sudden and memorable moments for lunch , just to laugh, eat , have fun and take pictures. Also, she doesn't...

Alright guys , so today AKD features CKAY YO one of Chocolate city's very own artist. We recently just had an interview with Ckay Yo and below is the conversation report AKD TV - What is your full name? Ckay Yo - Chukwuka Ekweani AKD TV - Have you ever faced any challenge (s) and how did you overcome it Ckay Yo -  I face a myriad of challenges all the time in the music industry. It's not an easy business, but Prayer and determination always help me overcome them. AKD TV - Were your family members or relatives in support of your music when you started? Ckay Yo -  No they werent. I had to run away from home at the age of 19 to chase my dreams. They eventually came around though. Now i have their full support. AKD TV - How did you become a member of the chocolate city? Ckay Yo -  A friend introduced me to Moti, the A&R for music in 2014 when i came to Lagos. From there we vibed, he listened to my music and worked on a couple records. Later, on MI heard some of t...

A slim teenager in China got her entire leg stuck in a storm drain while walking and texting. The girl who is still unnamed was paying rapt attention to her mobile phone while walking down the street in Mianyang City, in southwest China’s Sichuan Province. While she was busy texting a friend, she wasn’t paying attention to the pavement and when she stepped on a drain, her slim leg went right through the bars putting her left foot in a tight wedge. A good Samaritan had to call the fire brigade before she could be rescued after a 45-minute wait. Fire brigade spokesman Ming Lai said: “We managed to remove the bars and quickly freed her once we arrived at the scene. Her leg was a bit scratched and bruised and numb from being squeezed through the bars, but she quickly recovered and did not need hospital treatment.” An witness at the scene of the incident who gave her name as Jun Niu said “She was more embarrassed than anything else, she covere...

Being real and honest with yourself is the best thing to do. Helping yourself build up your weakness by not allowing the thoughts of others to overwhelm yours. Adenuga Imisioluwa Motunrayo a fresh graduate of the International School of Ibadan , also an aspiring U.I student seems to be the major topic for today. Imisioluwa is an upcoming model artist who pursues her dreams and focuses on the action of being a real model. Overcoming her weakness of Frights and being fearful of stage light was one of the motivation that triggered her action in becoming a model Her greatest musician artist is Kiss Daniel , and she loves his music wholeheartedly. She also shares her experience of her childhood days having growing up with a lot of people which stirred up her feelings in meeting and knowing almost everyone. Today at AKD NEWS, we present to you the latest model " Adenuga Imisioluwa Motunrayo" . for more info or sponsorship towards her career contact her on social media @ _...

Starting from the bottom level, what is Passion ; it is said to be a strong feeling or emotion desired for a particular thing irrespectively. Olawale Kolawole had his first love with Arts and Creativity. His passion for it grew so strong that he started making real art works during his secondary school years. Mst . Kolawole Olawale is now the current CEO/Founder of WELA _ ARTS and has achieved a lot at such tender age. He believed and had this great vision in his mind and did make it a reality. Now peers , family, colleagues are proud to associate with him today due to his popularity and the awareness he has made all over social media. He does not go further without acknowledging God as the giver of all talents and he is maker of all. Mst Kolawole Olawale also shares with #TeamAkd that anyone in life can make or become anything no matter what life offers. He said "Everything depends on you the way you make or mar your life , the outcome belongs to you". He therefore...

In a get-rich-quick attempt, a young boy of 19-year old ran mad in a bid to go into ‘Yahoo Plus’ In case you don’t know, Yahoo Plus is an elevated form of Yahoo Yahoo, one of the traditional modes of cyber fraud. It involves performing various rituals, including sleeping in a cemetery and bathing in a river to brighten the swindler’s chances of getting his victims hypnotised. Once this is successfully done, the victim is guaranteed to keep remitting money from wherever he or she is in the world. The said 19-year-old boy who visited a babalawo (native doctor) for the process of yahoo plus which involves rituals, but reportedly ran mad because he couldn’t finish his task. He was asked to finish 3 eggs or something terrible will happen to him, He was unable to finish it, then he ran mad.

The song has been teased repeatedly in 2016, with a video already shot. Now it has made its way to the internet.  Off his deal with Sony,  Davido  is back with a new single to continue the push for his international campaign. He has released a new track, ‘Pere’, which features US acts, Young Thug and Rae Sremmund . The song has been teased repeatedly in 2016, with a video already shot. Now it has made its way to the internet. ‘Pere’, an urban record, is  produced by DJ Mustard. Davido aint slowing nor showing sign of stopping as he gears ready for the international market on the new tune as he sings on “Pere”. Download from the link below Download    

THE PERFECT STYLE Most of all girls nowadays have high heeled shoes which they think is best and suitable for any classy outing. But the problem is they don't have the perfect idea of styling them up. Worry not anymore, for we have got you covered. We'd list out three ways on what to wear high heeled shoes on and the perfect timing when to wear them. Firstly , you have to study yourself. Can you perfectly walk elegantly with a high heeled shoe? Do you wear them regularly? On these note; if your answer is YES then these below points should be for you   ° You can wear high heeled shoes on Short gowns or fitted/broad skirts but since its an outing mostly preferably a gown , because if used on it the beauty of such would be shown.    ° Most people don't carry their heels on for a long time because their feet tends to ache. But, It depends on the type of heel you wear. For example, if its the sole mouthed heel it surely would; some heels have broad edges which ...

The singer, son of Ademola Adeleke, also known as the dancing senator, says he is not embarrassed by his dad's moves. His father is the son of the  newly elected Senator Ademola Adeleke  who became a viral sensation after a video of his victory dance surfaced on the internet. Rambo said: " When the spirit of the Lord comes upon my heart, I will dance like David danced. Ashamed? I cannot be embarrassed with the way my father danced. Look, my father will not change for anything! He’s been dancing since the 80s or why do you think they call him Jackson? Trust me at every family party, we dig it out but he ends up winning because he just never stops. Jackson! Baddest. But don’t be misled; he is a man of extreme wisdom who knows how to conduct himself at all times. There is time to celebrate and there is time to work. I’m sure he will definitely do a great job serving his country to the best of his ability."

SWING DRESSES     Do you have swing dresses and you don't have the perfect idea on how to style it? Or you are worried on how you'd be looking like in it because of your body shape? We've got you covered and don't worry over those swing dresses anymore!     A swing dress has an A-line shape. Instead of the top part of the 'A' shape to hug your waist, it often will hug your chest and then the fabric bells out there. It 'swings' whenever you dance or walk because of its nature. It's usually knee length or mini. It never passes the knee. The reason behind loving this particular dress is due to its fullness, almost anything goes with it, from shoes to accessories and all.     In this article, We'll talk about four different ways on how to style the dress: 1. Wear the dress with a long necklace dropping on your chest or below, depending on the length of the necklace. To create the casual look, flat sandals, flat shoes or slippers could be worn...

Madison Coe, 14, was having a bath at her home in Lovington, New Mexico, when the accident happened on Sunday morning. According to her family, the 14-year-old had either plugged her phone in or tried to use her phone, which was already plugged in, while she sat in the bath, causing her to electrocute herself. Her grand mother alluded that she was a very good and loving girl but lately she has been acting wayward which seemed surprisingly to her. She added that she hopes the accidents will be a lesson to others in the future, and said: ‘This is such a tragedy that doesn’t need to happen to anyone else. ‘And we want something good to come out of this as awareness of not using your cell phone in the bathroom as it is plugged in and charging.

Abuja – Acting President Yemi Osinbajo will soon brief the nation on the outcome of his meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari in London. Mr Laolu Akande, the Senior Special Assistant to the Acting President on Media and Publicity, made this known on his twitter handle on late Tuesday night. He described the meeting as ““a very good meeting.” He said: ““We will soon share more information about Acting President’s London meeting with President Buhari. It was a very good meeting. “God bless Nigeria.’’ It would be recalled President Buhari on Tuesday summoned Acting President Osinbajo to a meeting with him in the United Kingdom where he is presently on medical vacation. Osinbajo jetted out of Abuja soon after presiding over the Quarterly Presidential Business Forum on Tuesday morning at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Akande had earlier confirmed in a tweet on his twitter handle, “@akandeoj that Osinbajo had left for Lond...

Etisalat has terminated its management agreement with its Nigerian arm and has given Etisalat Nigeria three weeks to phase out the brand in the country. The decision of the Abu Dhabi owned telecommunications networks resulted after the failure of  its $1.7 billion loan talks collapsed. Chief executive of Etisalat International, Hatem Dowidar said on Monday that there was no need for the brand in Nigeria after the collapse of the loan talks. Nigerian regulators intervened last week to save Etisalat Nigeria from collapse after talks with its lenders to renegotiate a $1.2 billion loan failed. Although Etisalat Nigeria, in a statement issued three weeks ago, claimed that it had repaid 42 per cent of the loan. “As at today, we can categorically state that the outstanding loan sum to the consortium(of banks) stands at $227m and N113bn, a total of about $574m if the naira portion is converted to US Dollars. This in essence means almost half of the original loan of $1.2...

ABOUT THE TULIP      Tulip skirts are defined by extra folds or fabric at the hips, a thin hemline and a cinched waist. The skirt comes in a range of fabrics, length and styles. The shape of the skirt can be very flattering on different body types- pear, hourglass, inverted triangle and rectangle. Tulip skirts are versatile and can be worn for different occasions.     Although at first glance it might seem that the tulip skirts extra fabric around that waist and hips would not work on curvier figures, in fact the exaggerated shape is very flattering on women with fuller hips (pear and hourglass). They can also fit slimmer figures (inverted triangle and hourglass) by adding soft curves. HOW TO STYLE THE SKIRT *Tops: As for casual wear, the skirt can be topped by a slim-fitting top in short, three-quarter or long sleeves. The top can be scoop neck, v-neck or turtle neck. The slim fit creates a soft line that balances the tulip's flare. The top can be...

Every individual at a point in life is emotionally disturbed and at such points they need not to bear it alone rather to share to the world. The below poem was written brokenheartedly by the ex of the other. Conceptual Feelings I still feel the Connection we had When you were calm and not yet wild; When your smile depicted the sun And I thought one day we would have our son But now these things are past Far from what reality holds And If now I'm to forecast I don't know what should be told Why then should it have been this way? You would leave and just forsake me Making me jealous of the way Your happiness is without me Who then would bear my burden and pain? On what circumstances: would I not be insane So long have I remained in shame Searching seriously for my once source of fame But it's nowhere I'm betrayed In regretful melancholy the person gave hope about Love, alluding that it doesn't exists. The Betrayal Becomes the Beginning of Sadness....

If the report NG received moment ago is anything to go by, gang members of Billionaire kidnapper Evans are planning to launch a major attack to free him from his cell at Lagos Police Command Headquarter in Ikeja Lagos. According to our source, when the intelligence report reached NPF headquarter in Abuja, about 32 heavily armed Policemen stormed the detention facility where he was kept overnight few days ago and whisked him to an unknown location in Abuja. The top security source said even policemen at the detention facility were not aware of the operation, hence the disappearance report that took the web by storm earlier today. Contrary to the report it states that Evans is still in good health and corporating with invigilators Another point raised by our source is that Evans who is not an ordinary criminal has been showing strange manifestations in his cell before this unplanned move. When pressed further to know the nature of the strange manifestations, the top security said it...