Sunday, July 9, 2023

NECO July/Aug SSCE timetable, 2023

 



The National Examination Council (NECO) has released the official timetable for the conduct of 2023 June/July Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). The Examination is scheduled to hold between Monday 3rd July to Friday 11th August 2023.


Please note that we now have both Objective & Theory questions and answers for all previous years of O'level exams, which will definitely help you in your coming exams. 

The timetable has been made available for download as PDF below

Download the PDF Here

How to Identify a Scam/Fake Job and Interview Invitation Messages 2023

 



scams, fake jobs/recruitment, fake interview invitations are the talk of the day in Nigeria today. Thousands of Nigerians have fall victims of fake job alert and fake job interviews, most persons have been scammed, extorted, doped of money, time, and resources all in the name of seeking for a job opportunity. 
 Identify fake Job/recruitment 2021 Many strategies have been employed by these set of person just to extort money of job applicants across the country.

 It not long that a fake Npower screening test site was opened to collect useful personal data from npower applicants, likewise the Nigeria Custom Service fake exam slip printing site was created to extort about #3,500 from NCS applicants. On a daily basis, scammers flood the internet to make money in the expenses of others not minding the financial status of the person involved. 

That is why we are writing this post to awaken you to some of scammer’s tricks. How do you identify a fake job? How will I know that it is job interview? So many Job applicants are complaining and sharing their experiences in the hands of fake scam companies who send bulk SMS, inviting people for interview only to introduce them to marketing business, asking them to buy money to get the job, some even get killed or kidnapped along the line. 

instance extorting #5,000 from a graduate who have been unemployed for years, letting him/her waste transport fare, time all in the name of getting a job which is even a fake one. 

 The painful experience is wasting a whole day all in the name of job interview. Imagine an applicant paying #3,500 for a federal government free interview/exam; this is very bad and unlawful. Imagine a graduate scammed of #300,000 to get shell, AGIP, Mobil job among others, promising theme to make up to half a million or more within 1 month. Due to the current situation of the country they fall prey to such enticing words.

How to identify Fake Job or Fake Job Interview SMS/invitation

  • Always remember that the federal government job recruitment exercises are FREE OF CHARGE from registration down to date of issuance of appointment letter.
  • Federal government or job employers will not send you an SMS asking you to call a number, all instructions will be contained in the SMS or your email address used for the registration.
  • Message bears and sometimes does not bear a company name: These days they have advance to the extent of sending job alert with a highly respected company in the country or world. If you receive such message or email please verify very well before you make any move.  While most of these scammers won’t include their names on the message you will receive. All you will see are the address, the time and date and a phone number. A genuine company will not hide its identity from a potential employee.
  • Message contains “interview/job briefing”: A company will not sent you  job briefing when they know you actually applied for it. It shows it’s a scam.
  • The job contains codes or reference: HR=0506 or REF=025. This is an indication of the code number of the person who invited you to the “job briefing” Real jobs will not give you code for the job you applied for.
  • You will see Human Resources Admin in the message instead of company name
  • Creation of fake site: Some have gone far to clone the real site. Always check URL of the site and always verify it from google.com
  • Salary Amount is very High: Most of the advert you see in flyer, streets, walls posting huge amount of salary to some job positions. Example, cleaner #60,000 per week, all scam.

How to Invest in Cannabis Stocks



 When it comes to popular investing trends, cannabis stocks are near the top of the list. The marijuana industry has grown rapidly over the past decade. And this makes investing in cannabis a more attractive opportunity than ever.

Because the industry is so young and still faces legal challenges — such as marijuana being illegal at the federal level — it's important to do your research and learn how to invest in cannabis stocks.

Because the industry is so young and still faces legal challenges — such as marijuana being illegal at the federal level — it's important to do your research and learn how to invest in cannabis stocks.

The Short Version

  • It's been rocky for the cannabis industry recently but upcoming legislation at the federal level might smooth things out.
  • There are many companies for investors to choose from, including companies involved with medicinal and recreational cannabis.
  • Besides stocks, you can also invest in cannabis ETFs and cryptocurrencies.
  • Because marijuana is still illegal on the federal level, there is a greater level of risk.

Medical vs. Recreational Cannabis Stock

When it comes to the marijuana industry, there are generally two different markets: medical marijuana (MMJ) and recreational marijuana (RMJ).

>Medical Marijuana Stock

Medical marijuana first became legal in California in 1996. But today MMJ is legal in 37 states, the District of Columbia and three U.S. territories. Because it's so widely legalized — and has been for quite a few years — there are plenty of opportunities to invest in MMJ stocks. The categories of companies whose stock you can purchase when it comes to medical

>Recreational Marijuana Stock

Recreational marijuana (RMJ) is legal in 19 states, the District of Columbia and two territories. Colorado and Washington became the first states to legalize the recreational use of marijuana in 2012. Legalization for RMJ hasn't gained traction as quickly as it has for MMJ, but this use caters to a significantly wider audience. Marijuana companies you can invest in for recreational marijuana include cannabis growers, retailers, and ancillary product and service providers.

Why Investors Should Buy Cannabis Stocks

As marijuana legalization becomes more widespread, it's going to become more common to find marijuana stocks in investors' portfolios. You may find yourself wondering whether you should be joining in.

The main benefit of considering getting into marijuana stocks right now is that the prices have fallen sharply due to oversupply and the marijuana bubble bursting, causing cannabis stocks to be at bottom-level prices. That said, there are signs that the cannabis industry could see signs of growth shortly.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that Congress is “very close” to passing a bill for marijuana banking and expungements.

What Is a Robo Advisor?

 



Robo advisors are more than just robots sitting at a computer. Find out how they can potentially help you reach your investment goals


With a robo advisor, your money is invested in a professionally-managed portfolio that is optimized for your investment goals. Keep reading to learn more about what robo advisors are, how robo advisors work, and whether a robo advisor makes sense for you.

What is a Robo Advisor?

There are many definitions of what exactly robo advisor is. To put it simply, a robo advisor is a method of automating the asset allocation of investments via a computer algorithm.

In a broader sense, a robo advisor may also include human financial advisors but only for services that require human assistance (e.g., taxes, retirement, or estate planning).

Understanding How Robo Advisors Work

Behind the scenes, robo advisors are managed by investment professionals who work similarly to traditional financial advisors. Instead of serving one customer at a time, the robo and human advisors work together to serve thousands of customers at once.

When you sign up for a robo advisor, you’ll answer a survey with questions about:

  • Your age
  • Your Investment goals
  • Risk tolerance
  • Other nuances

What To Consider When Hiring a Robo Advisor

When choosing a robo advisor, the most important factors will vary based on your goals. Here are some common criteria to consider when picking a robo advisor:

  • Accounts supported: If you want a specific type of retirement account, it’s important to pick a robo advisor that supports that type of account. Some advisors offer just one or a few accounts, while others offer more broad support for taxable, retirement, custodial and other needs.
  • Costs and fees: One of the biggest draws to robo advising is the low cost. However, every advisor has its own pricing model. Shop around to find the right deal for your goals. A slightly higher fee can easily add up to many thousands of dollars over years of investing.
  • Investment portfolios: Some robo advisors have just a few pre-designed portfolios. Others customize your portfolio weighting or offer special portfolios for sustainability and other investment priorities.
  • Advanced features: Depending on your goals, tax-loss harvesting, and other advanced features may be a draw. If you’re deciding between two or three favorites, this may be a good tie-breaker.

How Much Should a Robo Advisor Cost?

Robo advisors charge in two ways. First, you’ll pay a management fee, if one applies. Second, you’ll likely be charged fees by the funds your robo advisor chooses for you. Here’s how to assess those fees:

Management Fees

The first fund to look for is the management fee. This is a fixed fee that robo advisors charge for choosing your investments and other services they provide. Depending on the robo advisor you choose, you can expect to pay anywhere from 0% to around 0.50% per year based on your portfolio balance, though some charge more.

Fund Fees

Even after you’ve paid your management fee, you’re still not done paying. Each fund that the robo advisor picks for you likely charges its own fee. While some exchange-traded funds (ETFs) may charge more, most robo advisors make a point of keeping client funds in low-fee funds.

Is a Robo Advisor Right For You?

The answer to this question depends on your net worth, your investments' complexity, and whether you feel comfortable investing by yourself. I believe that robo advisors add value and that you can't easily replicate their results by using Fidelity or Vanguard funds.

Most of my family assets are DIY, but I've also used robo advisors for a six-figure chunk. I feel very comfortable using and recommending robo advisors.


Are Robo Advisors Safe and Secure? 

The online tools robo advisors offer aren't new. Traditional financial advisors had the same tools available to them for years and could roll up a personalized asset allocation plan. Robo advisors push the technology down to the masses. You have direct access to manage your account and it removes the non-value-added middlemen.


How Do Robo Advisors Make Money?

The main way robo advisors make money is through management fees. Also, some may make money by sending investment dollars to the company’s own family of funds. For example, the no-fee Schwab Intelligent Portfolios product uses low-fee Schwab ETFs, which do charge fees.

It’s always important to understand how you’re charged so you can make the best decisions for your money.



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