News Headlines from April 10, 2025

Tune in to #TopNewsHeadlines for some of today’s top news stories! Get a snapshot of the significant events unfolding across the globe, from the escalating trade tensions between the US and China, including China’s fascinating cultural pivot of reducing Hollywood film imports in response to US tariffs, to the European Union’s delicate balancing act regarding US trade policies. We delve into a stark warning from the World Trade Organization about a potential 80% reduction in US-China trade and the risk of global economic fracturing.
Our coverage also includes deeply concerning situations involving justice and human rights in Nigeria, such as the shocking case of Steven Etule, held in prison for 8 years without trial for allegedly failing to pay a bribe, and allegations of torture and death at the hands of the Nigerian army. We also explore Nigeria’s move towards modernization with a new e-visa system and digital travel cards.
In the US, charges have been announced against a Nigerian national for a $2.5 million romance scam. We also cover significant business news with Presco’s remarkable 140% profit surge driven by their expansion into Ghana. Furthermore, we examine the US government’s concern over the reported intimidation of Nigerian clerics who testified about Christian persecution, and the resolution of Nigeria’s $70 million legal dispute with Chinese investors in the US Supreme Court. Join us as we analyze these critical developments and try to make sense of what’s most important for you to know.