A renowned international preacher and President of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, Rev. Dr Uma Ukpai, has died at the age of 80.
His family, in a statement on Monday titled “Glorious Transition”, confirmed that the revered cleric “passed on to glory on October 6, 2025,” after decades of devoted Christian service.
Describing him as “a faithful soldier of the cross,” the family said Rev. Ukpai spent over six decades spreading the gospel through passionate evangelism, impactful teaching, and prophetic manifestations of God’s power.
They noted that his ministry had touched millions of lives and shaped destinies across Nigeria and beyond.
The statement partly read, “With hearts full of gratitude, we celebrate the triumphant homegoing of Rev. Dr Uma Ukpai, who passed on to glory on October 6, 2025, at the age of 80. A faithful soldier of the cross has been called to rest.”
It added, “He was a spiritual general known for evangelism, a founding father of faith, loving husband, devoted father and mentor to many. His life was a testament to God’s power and love. While we mourn his physical absence, we rejoice that he has finished his race and is now resting in eternal praise.”
According to the family, details of the funeral rites will be announced in due course.
Meanwhile, news of his passing has triggered an outpouring of tributes and reflections on social media.
A post by @therealchurchgist on X (formerly Twitter) read, “A GENERAL TAKES A BOW! EVANGELIST UMA UKPAI HAS GONE TO BE WITH THE LORD. REST IN POWER SIR! MORE DETAILS SHORTLY…”
Rev. Uma Ukpai, widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s foremost evangelists, was celebrated for his unwavering faith and contribution to the spread of Christianity.
