BAR. ROLAND IPUOLE CAUTIONS POLITICIANS: “PLAY POLITICS WITH THE FEAR OF GOD”

BAR. ROLAND IPUOLE CAUTIONS POLITICIANS: “PLAY POLITICS WITH THE FEAR OF GOD”
By Joseph Iyaji | Yahe, Cross River State | May 14, 2025

In a bold and spiritually grounded critique, Barrister Roland Ipuole has stirred significant public discourse with a thought-provoking post on his official Facebook page, challenging the political elite to reconsider the moral and spiritual compass guiding Nigeria’s democratic process.
Reacting to the rising conversations about the 2031 presidential election, despite Nigeria being just five months into the new administration of 2025, Barrister Ipuole expressed deep concern over what he described as a disturbing trend of premature power ambition devoid of divine consultation and national reflection.

“Human beings are very terrible. How can you be talking about taking power (Presidency) in 2031 when we are just in 2025? Have you asked God about 2031?” he queried.

“Let’s play politics with the fear and acknowledgement of God, the Creator.”
The post, which has since drawn widespread attention online, goes beyond a mere criticism of early political planning. It exposes a larger spiritual and ethical dilemma that, according to Ipuole, is eroding the integrity of Nigeria’s political class.

“We, politicians, have become so desperate that we forget about the existence of God who directs the affairs of men,” he wrote, signaling an urgent call for repentance and realignment.

Barrister Ipuole, a respected legal mind and political thinker from Yala LGA, Cross River State, is no stranger to public commentary on the state of Nigeria’s governance. Known for combining legal insight with a profound moral worldview, his latest remarks resonate with citizens who are increasingly frustrated with the self-serving ambitions of political actors.
Analysts argue that Ipuole’s words are not a blanket condemnation of long-term political strategy but rather a passionate call for humility, divine reverence, and ethical consciousness in national politics. His emphasis on seeking God’s will before plotting political conquest in 2031 presents a rare moral challenge in a country where electoral scheming often begins before current leaders even settle into office.

Social media users have reacted with a mix of agreement and critique. Some praise the post as “prophetic,” “truthful,” and “timely,” while others argue that long-term planning is essential to political stability. Still, many agree that his message underscores the need for a spiritual awakening in Nigeria’s corridors of power.

As Nigeria continues its democratic journey, voices like that of Barrister Roland Ipuole may yet play a critical role in reshaping not just political outcomes, but the very soul of the nation’s leadership.