According to the report from the Punch, an Elder statesman and National Leader of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum, Chief Edwin Clark affirmed that Wike and Fubara had a close, trusting relationship, which the speaker compared to that of a father and son.
He stated that this bond led Wike to appoint Fubara as accountant general, entrusting him with overseeing the state's finances.
He mentioned that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission had previously attempted to arrest Wike but was unable to do so due to his immunity.
He pointed out that the EFCC targeted Fubara and other individuals close to Wike, however, Wike intervened and protected them, leading to a legal case related to the matter.
He emphasized the strength of the connection between Wike and Fubara, highlighting the protective role Wike played in their relationship.
He said, "Exactly so! Wike and (Siminalayi) Fubara were like father and son. Nobody could go and meet them. Wike trusted him so much that he made him accountant general so that he would look after the state’s money. So, that is the thing. Several times the EFCC wanted to arrest Wike but because he enjoyed immunity, they couldn’t. So, they decided to arrest the accountant general and some others. But Wike protected them and prevented the EFCC from going in. I think there is a case in court to that effect."