Former senator Clever Ikisipo has praised President Muhammadu Buhari's development strides in the Niger Delta, particularly in Bayelsa State. Ikisipo, a kinsman of former President Goodluck Jonathan, stated that if the region had been used properly, Bayelsa East would have become a "small Dubai." He urged the court to probe the $3.4bn IMF loan taken by Buhari and the S'Court to dismiss an appeal seeking to nullify Buhari and Tinubu's tenures. Ikisipo also highlighted the controversies surrounding the Grammy 2024 awards, the death of veteran actor Jimi Solanke, and the enforcement of a ban on alcoholic drinks in sachets. The Punch Newspaper also covered various news topics, including protests, the high cost of food and living, the rescued Ekiti pupils, and the upcoming AFCON final. The newspaper also covered breaking news, such as the influx of Nigerians to the United States and the upcoming 2024 Grammy Awards.k Jonathan.