Here comes JPMorgan's earnings...

JPMorgan is expected to report fourth quarter earnings on Tuesday morning, with analysts predicting profit of $2.21 a share, on a 22% gain on adjusted net income to $7.4 billion. Here are some other numbers to watch:

JPMorgan is expected to report fourth quarter earnings on Tuesday morning, with analysts predicting profit of $2.21 a share, on a 22% gain on adjusted net income to $7.4 billion. Here are some other numbers to watch:

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Revenue : Analysts predict JPMorgan to reap $26.9 billion in fourth-quarter revenue.
Expenses : Analysts forecast noninterest costs of $15.6 billion.
Corporate and investment bank : This unit houses JPMorgan's market leading trading and investment banking businesses. KBW analysts predict $7.6 billion in revenue, based on weakness in trading.
Consumer and community banking : JPMorgan Chase is the biggest US bank by deposits, and this is the unit that holds most of that money on behalf of households. KBW analysts predict revenue of $13.6 billion.
Commercial banking : KBW analyst predict $2.2 billion in revenue.
Asset and wealth management : KBW analysts predict $3.6 billion in revenue.

Man Who Disguised As A Woman Caught With A Bag Filled With Stolen Panties (Photos)

A man was nabbed yesterday with a bag full of stolen panties at one of the female hostels of Ogun State College of Health Technology, OSCOHTECH, in Ilese-Ijebu, Ogun state.

The man disguised as a woman selling ice cream to gain entrance into the hostel. But as he was exiting the hostel, people got suspicious when it was observed that his bag looked fuller than it was when he was going in.

Security guards searched him and found different stolen pants in the bag. They also discovered that he was male, not a female as his dressing seemed to imply.

The suspect has been handed over to the police.

OMG! Armed Bandits Murder 26 Persons In Sokoto

Suspected armed bandits, Sunday, killed 26 persons, including a one-year-old girl at Warwana, Tabkin Kwasa and Dutsi villages in Gandhi District of Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State.

Some of those displaced in the Sunday’s attacks were said to have been taken to IDPs camp in Gandhi town.

It was gathered that the attackers came on 25 motorcycles, each carrying three bandits.

The state’s Commissioner of Police, Murtala Mani, confirmed the incident yesterday.

He said the command had deployed more men to the area, while a strong team of army, police and Civil Defence Corps were currently patrolling the area.

Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, described the attack as the highest level of inhumanity against man and regrettable.

Condoling the district head of Gandhi, Tambuwal assured that his government would continue doing its best to protect lives and property.

The Governor urged the people of the state to cooperate with the security agencies by reporting any pending attacks.

He assured those displaced by the attack that the government would provide them with all the necessary support during their stay in the camp.

While praying Allah to bring killings to an end by exposing those behind them, the governor also prayed Him to grant the deceased eternal rest and their family, the fortitude to bear the loss.

The Governor, who earlier cancelled his campaign in Goronyo Local Government Area over the incident, was accompanied by a former governor of the state, Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa and the chairman of People’s Democratic Party in the state, among others.

Thieves Invade Kanu Nwankwo’s Hotel In Lagos, Steal All His Medals

Thieves reportedly invaded Kanu Nwankwo’s Hotel, The Hardley Apartments located at Waziri Ibrahim Crescent on Victoria Island, Lagos and reportedly stole all his football medals, trophies, plaques, and other valuable items.

Kanu Nwankwo who learnt that his hotel which has been sealed up since 2015 sequel due to an alleged default in transaction between it and Skye Bank (now Polaris Bank) was being occupied by some authorized persons who had also commenced renovation of the facility in disregard of the seal order and litigation, was forced to arrive in Nigeria over the weekend to verify the claims.

The hotel has been through series of litigation which is still pending at the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, and it was gathered that the last hearing came up in November last year after which the case was adjourned till 31 January 2019.

“It was a rude shock to me,” Kanu, who fought back tears at what the hitherto sprawling facility had become since the renovation started, told TheCable.

“I almost couldn’t recognize the hotel as belonging to me anymore. This is the saddest day of my life as I cannot understand why this happens to me when the matter has yet to be settled in court.

“All the medals I have earned, in addition to the Olympic torch that I cherished are all gone and I don’t even know who to ask for all these prized assets.”

A man who was seen supervising the illegal renovation, told The Cable’s correspondent that he is a staff of the Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), leading to suspicion that the assets managers may have also disregarded the court proceedings by taking over the property.

“This is unacceptable in all ramifications. I have not been served any notice that I have lost this property and until I am served the notice, it remains my legal property,” the former Super Eagles’ captain said.

“Even cars and buses belonging to the hotel can no longer be found and I wonder where they could have been moved to without my knowledge,” Kanu further said, even as he lamented how the four-year seal of the facility had adversely affected treatment for numerous patients that his Kanu Heart Foundation planned to rescue from their ailment. “We have used proceeds from the hotel business to effect treatment for the patients over the years and now we are being forced to seek funds elsewhere, a situation that has stalled the treatment considerably especially since 2016.”

An emotion-filled Kanu submitted: “During my service to this country in football up to the year 2000, I made many Nigerians happy. I don’t think I deserve this sadness in retirement.”

BREAKING NEWS: This Year’s Edition Of Big Brother Naija Will Be Held In Nigeria

Great news guys as the organizers of the popular reality TV show has revealed that this year’s edition will be held in Nigeria.

In a series of tweets posted on BellaNaija’s Twitter page on Tuesday, January 15, 2019, it was revealed that the show will be held in Nigeria and that the venue for the show is under construction.

“This year’s edition (the 4th) will hold in Nigeria,” the tweet read.

It also went on to reveal the locations for the addition of the reality TV show across the country.

“Auditions will be holding February 1st and 2nd at Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Calabar, Warri, Ibadan, and Benin,” it revealed.

This will be the 4th edition of the reality TV show. The last edition themed ‘Double Wahala’ was held in South Africa in 2018. Miracle ended up as the winner of the last edition with a lot of mouth-watering prizes.

However, the very first edition of Big Brother Naija was held in Nigeria in 2006 which saw some reality tv stars like Ebuka Obi-Uchendu become an actual celebrity.

Big Brother hosts his ‘Diary Session’ today

Big Brother is in Nigeria and he’s hosting a ‘Diary Session’ today, Tuesday, January 15, 2019. The Diary Session is billed to take place at an exclusive location in Lagos on Tuesday, January 15, 2018.

Big Brother is known for antics, surprises, unbelievable tasks and listening to the plights and issues of the housemates during their Diary Sessions.

The Diary Session is an integral part of the reality TV show where housemates converse with Big Brother on their tasks, events, activities, or observations while in the Big Brother House.

Ronaldo And Other Juventus Players Arrive In Saudi Arabia, See What Happened Next (Photos)

Juventus team have arrived in Saudi Arabia to face AC Milan in the Italian Super Cup, but their presence in the country has raised a few eyebrows.


The Super Cup game, which features the Serie A and Italian Cup champions has been slammed for its controversial location and several media outlets have announced a boycott.

The game, which reportedly sold out in two days, could be played against a backdrop of protests at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, in Jeddah.

Several media outlets asked Italy not to sanction the final in Saudi Arabia, due to its alleged support for pirating coverage and protests from activists.

There are also many human rights and moral issues, including the fact that women can only attend the final if they have a man in tow.

Matteo Salvini, Italy’s deputy prime minister, has criticised the decision to play the game in Saudi Arabia with some sections of the stadium reserved for men only.

Qatari broadcaster beIN Sports asked Italian football chiefs not to play the fixture in Saudi Arabia as they reportedly have evidence that Saudi-backed channels are pirating live feeds of games, including Serie A fixtures.

They wanted the showpiece to be relocated. As Middle East rights holders, beIN exert significant influence across the region and have become embroiled in disputes between the nations.

Fifa are already pursuing legal action in support of their regional rights holder.

10 Years Challenge: Here Is What Nigerians Are Saying About Bobrisky’s Throw Back Pictures

Internet sensation and cross dresser. Bobrisky, Born Okuneye Idris Olarenwaju has got fans talking with his throw back picture as a part of the ongoing 10 years challenge on social media.

Some reacted by saying that the 27 years old highly controversial personality is the winner of the challenge.

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EFCC Finally Arraigns Doyin Okupe

EFCC has arraigned Dr Doyin Okupe at the Federal High Court, Maitama.

Former aide to Ex-President Jonathan, Okupe was arraigned before Justice Ijeoma Ojukwu on Monday in Abuja.

He was arraigned along with two companies, Value Trust Investment Ltd and Abrahams Telecoms Ltd, over allegations of fraud.

According to a statement from the anti-graft agency, Okupe was charged with 59 counts bordering on “money laundering and criminal diversion of funds” to the tune of N702 million.

More detail soon……

Do You Agree With These Points?? APC Gives Reasons Why President Buhari Might Not Attend Presidential Debate

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) says its presidential candidate, President Buhari, may choose not to attend the 2019 presidential debate slated for Saturday January 19th if he feels there are other viable options with which he can speak to Nigerians.

The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Lanre Issa-Onilu, said this in an interview with Daily Independent. He said the APC will look at several options through which President Buhari will engage Nigerians, adding that there is no big deal if it believes debate is not one of such means.

“What is special about presidential debate? Presidential debate is one of the several platforms for presidential candidates to engage with the public.

As a party, we will look at all the options and pick the ones that we can accommodate and those that will be impactful and effective in achieving our goals.

We will be the ones to determine that. If presidential debate happens to be one of that, fine.

“If it wasn’t, then it is no big deal. There is nothing special about any debate. It is just one of the several platforms to engage the electorate” he said.

INCREDIBLE! Egypt Set To Build Museum In Honour Of Mohamed Salah

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah will have a museum build in his honour in Egypt.

The 27-year-old picked up his second consecutive African Player of the Year award last week after his stunning performances in 2018.

Salah scored 32 goals in the Premier League last season – a record for a 38-game season.

However, Egpyt Sports Minister Ashram Sobhy says Salah deserves the honour because everybody in his home country is proud of his footballing exploits.

“The surprise that I was preparing for Salah is the construction of a museum bearing his name at the Gezira Youth Centre in Cairo,” he said.

“Salah is delivering outstanding performances with both Liverpool and the national team.

“All Egyptians are proud of his achievements.

“I hope that winning this year’s title [of Africa’s best player] will be a big boost for him to continue his achievements, and to deliver more outstanding performances at club level – as well as with the national team in the Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt next June.”

MySportDab report Salah secured a place for Egypt in their first World Cup since 1990 when his late penalty saw them beat Congo 2-1 in qualifying in October 2017.

My Government Will Not Promise And Fail Like Buhari – Atiku

Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, on Monday, assured Nigerians that he would not abandon them if given the opportunity to become the president.

The PDP presidential candidate, who spoke at Ado Ekiti, during his campaign in Ekiti State, said the All Progressives Congress, APC, the government had abandoned the state in the areas of roads and federal presence.

He said: “When we were in the palace of the Ewi of Ado Ekiti, the traditional rulers made a case for roads. My administration will tar all the inter-state roads.

“We will complete all Federal Government projects in the state. Our government will not promise and fail like President Muhammadu Buhari. We will also restore standard and quality education so that we can give you jobs.”

He added: “APC doesn’t know how to create jobs and doesn’t know how to give you same.

“We have promised that 40 percent of our portfolios will go to youths, while 30 percent will go to women; that is 70 percent for youths and women.

“We know how to do it; we have done it before, we will do it again,” he assured.

PDP National Chairman, Prince Uche Secondus, cautioned the Independent National Electoral Commission and the Inspector General of Police, Idris Ibrahim, against “plunging the nation into unnecessary chaos by attempting to subvert the mandate of the people in the general elections.”

Mr. Secondus expressed optimism that his party would win the February 16 presidential race.

The PDP chairman urged Ekiti people and Nigerians to vote for Atiku to free the country from hunger and suffering.

“We are going to win this election. Look at Atiku, he is tested and trusted in public and private sectors. He is a man that can turn economy around. He has the energy for the job,” he added.

Senate President Bukola Saraki, urged the people, particularly the youths, to vote Atiku, saying: “There is no story. Youths, you are the future we need.

“A leader has to make good his promises, but Buhari promised you jobs, security and to fight corruption. Has he fulfilled his promises? No!

“To do all these, you must know how to do it. Atiku is a man who knows how to create jobs, secure the country and also fight corruption.”

Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, promised PDP the votes of Ekiti people, saying: “In Ekiti, we will deliver.

“He that the gods will destroy, he will first make to run mad. That is the case of the current Federal Government, but PDP will deliver Nigeria from their poverty and misrule.”

Among PDP chieftains at the campaign are PDP South West Chairman, Dr. Eddy Olafeso; former Ogun State Governor, Gbenga Daniel; Senate Minority Leader, Biodun Olujimi; former Ekiti State Deputy Governor, Prof. Kolapo Olusola; former Nigerian High Commissioner to Canada, Ambassador Dare Bejide; and Ogun State PDP governorship candidate, Ladi Adebutu.

Buhari Is A Sleeping President, He Has No Energy’- PDP

The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Prince Uche Secondus, has revealed why President Muhammadu Buhari allegedly failed to fulfil his promises to Nigerians.

Secondus said Buhari failed in job creation; fighting insecurity and surmounting the challenges of corruption because he is too weak to rule a country as complex as Nigeria.

Secondus further warned the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, and the Inspector General of Police, IGP, Idris Ibrahim, not to plunge the nation into unnecessary chaos by attempting to rig the election.

Secondus expressed optimism that the PDP would win the Presidential poll of February 16

He said,

“Do you know why economy has collapsed? Do you know why hunger is in the land?

“Your President Buhari is a sleeping President, he has no energy that is why the economy has collapsed, we are coming with Atiku who has energy and can work 24 hours a day not the one that would work for three years.

“This government of APC wants to rig election but we want to tell you that they cannot rig the coming elections because the world will focus on Nigeria.

“So we are going to win this election, look at Atiku, he is tested and trusted in public and private sectors. He is a man that can turn economy around. And he has the energy for the job.

“INEC, all your plan to rig the election will fail. If you attempt to rig the polls you will be throwing the country into chaos.

“IGP, you aren’t the first IGP of this nation, don’t plunge the nation into chaos. It is going to be one man one vote, free and fair election,” he

Man Dies A Day Before Wedding, Buried On His Wedding Day (Photos)

According to Viviana Osakwe who shared the sad report on Facebook, the man died a day to his wedding after completing the marriage introduction. His supposed wedding day turned out to be the day he was buried.

According to Viviana Osakwe who shared the sad report on Facebook, the man died a day to his wedding after completing the marriage introduction. His supposed wedding day turned out to be the day he was buried.

The cause of the man’s death has not been revealed as at the time of this report as he was hurriedly laid to rest.

Family, friends and colleagues were in tears during his burial.

Seyi Law Reveals Those Who Have Been His Greatest Enemies

Popular Nigerian comedian, Seyi Law, has spoken of those who happen to be his greatest enemies in life.

Lawrence Oluwaseyitan Aletile, Nigerian comedian popularly known as Seyi Law, says the people he has trusted the most in his life have been his greatest enemies.

In a post on his Instagram page, the 35-year-old comedian said one of the most profound lessons he has learnt in life is that strangers will have limited chances of harming a person if close relatives do not talk.

“Yesterday, my wife spotted my first grey hair and I began to ask myself what wisdom have I gained from life. One of the most profound lessons is, if those who live indoors with you don’t talk, those outdoor will have limited chance of harming you,” he wrote.

“It took Judas to sell out Jesus. It took Joseph’s brother to sell him to slavery and it took Ahithophel to destroy David’s house, but in all of these with all their evil, there is a fulfilment of purpose despite the hurts.

“Those who I have trusted the most have been my greatest enemies, always talking without been asked or succumbing to lies about me, but as I leave them behind, God always opens a new chapter that celebrates His Grace and Glory in my life that they always wished they were a part of.”

Woman Spends N1.8m To Bury Her Late Dog (Photo)

A dog owner, Sasha Smajic, 37, spent over £4000 ( N1, 872, 480) on giving her late dog, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier named Captain, a lavish funeral, Metro UK has reported.

Smajic said, Captain, who was eleven years old deserved the same respect as any family member. Captain died on Christmas Day after suffering a cardiac arrest on the operating table.

Smajic said she didn’t eat for a week after his death. In total, she spent £4,249 on the funeral, including £225 on a dove release and another £620 on getting his name written in flowers.

The dog owner said, “I don’t think I’ll ever celebrate another Christmas. I don’t think I would ever have the strength to do that. A piece of me has gone.”

Captain’s body was taken from the vets in a horse-drawn carriage to a park where he used to go for walks. His coffin was then transferred to a hearse for the 40-minute drive to Willow Haven Cemetery in Bedmond, Hertfordshire.

Cemetery owner Maureen Beach read a poem at Captain’s graveside with 11 doves – one for each year of his life – being released at 2pm during the service after he was lowered into the ground.

Afterwards, Sasha went to the pub where she put a plate of chicken and chips on the table “as that is what he would have had”.

Sasha said, “Captain deserved a special send off. For some people he was a dog, to me he was my baby – he was everything to me and always will be.”

SO SAD!! Lord Of Ajasa In Critical Health Condition, Seeks Funds For Surgery

As the new year unfolds, the entertainment industry has been hit with the news of the critical health condition of veteran indigenous Nigerian rapper, Lord of Ajasa.

Ajasa who rose to stardom in the late ’90s and early ‘2000s, is reportedly ill and in need of funds to undergo peptic ulcer operation.

Popular singer, Alariwo of Africa who spoke with Ajasa who is currently admitted in Ikorodu General hospital cried out on behalf of the rapper via his Instagram page which read:
My dear colleagues, our brother, Legendary Nigerian Afro hip hop artiste and pioneer of Yoruba rap, Segun Osaniyim aka Lord of Ajasa is critically ill and needs funds to undergo a peptic ulcer operation.

He is currently at Ikorodu general hospital, where he is receiving treatment. However, he needs to be moved to a better and more equipped hospital so as to get the best medical attention’.

Alariwo added:-

‘I got a message from his wife begging me to speak to his colleagues to save her husband. When I called Ajasa earlier today, he confirmed that the story is true.’

‘Let’s all come together as fast as we can to help out as nothing is too small. supporting him financially to stay alive is the best remedy than saying sorry which we regret in Jesus name.

When wereached out to the ailing musician, he was unavailable to pick calls but we also reached out to Alariwo who revealed to us that the sum of N200,000 had been spent already, but his wife pleaded that more money was needed.

Over half a decade ago, Ajasa was the only Yoruba rapper with a mainstream hit. The rapper who was one of the late Dagrin’s biggest influences warmed his way into the hearts of many with the use of the Yoruba language in his rap verses, a style which quickly has become popular in the Nigerian music industry.

Nigerian man gifts his lady a car and also proposed to her on her birthday (photos)

A Nigerian man based in the US has proposed to the love of his life and also gifting her a brand new ride on the day she celebrates her birthday.

Anita Festus, also based in the states has been with her boyfriend, Dozie Nwafor for many years. He proposed to her on her birthday in December and also gave her a brand new car for accepting to marry him.

Mayorkun opens a Barbing salon for his Uncle

DMW singer, Mayorkun has opened a barbing salon for his uncle, Ilasamaja, a part in Lagos where he grew up.

The barbing salon is located in Ilasamaja, and he’s imploring all his fans in the community to go visit.

Nigerian man arrested with cocaine at airport in India

The India Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has nabbed a Nigerian national at the Kolkata airport after he was found in possession of cocaine worth Rs 1 crore weighing around 170 gram.

According to Narcotics Control Bureau Kolkata Zonal Director, Dilip Kumar Srivastava, the Nigerian suspect identified as Kevin Edward James, arrived the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata from Mumbai on Thursday afternoon.

Buhari expresses sadness over Ekiti truck accident

President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness over the weekend tragic truck accident that took the lives of scores of people at Iworoko-Ekiti, in Ekiti state.

In a statement issued by Mr Femi Adesina, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity on Monday in Abiuja, Buhari extended sincere condolences to the families and friends of victims of the tragedy.

According to Adesina, the President joins the Ekiti State Government and people in mourning the victims. adding that the accident has brought great grief to the communities.

The Presidency, however, appreciated the efforts of the State Government in bringing timely succour to the victims in the aftermath of the disaster and assured them of the solidarity of the Federal Government.

Buhari also wished the injured speedy recovery.

A truck carrying branded rice on Saturday,crashed into a market at Iworoko-Ekiti in the Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state, killing about 15 persons, including a National Youth Service Corps member.