The global Christian community is mourning the passing of Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai, the renowned Nigerian evangelist and founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association (UUEA). Dr. Ukpai passed away at the age of 80, leaving behind a profound legacy of faith, miracles, and evangelistic zeal that touched millions across the world.
News of his death has sparked waves of tributes from Nigeria and beyond, as followers, colleagues, and beneficiaries of his ministry celebrate a life wholly devoted to spreading the Gospel of Christ.
Born in January 1945 in Asaga, Ohafia, Abia State, Evangelist Uma Ukpai lived a life marked by divine calling and perseverance. Overcoming significant early challenges, he rose to become one of Africa’s most respected and influential Christian pioneers.
Through his global ministry, the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association (UUEA), headquartered in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, became a beacon of non-denominational gospel work. His ministry hosted massive crusades that drew hundreds of thousands of attendees, where testimonies of healing, deliverance, and salvation were commonplace.
Dr. Uma Ukpai’s influence extended well beyond the pulpit, touching multiple spheres of life and service. He organized large-scale evangelistic campaigns, often called “One Million Man Crusades,” and was recognized alongside international evangelists such as Billy Graham. As a founding member of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), he played a crucial role in shaping the nation’s Pentecostal movement and nurturing unity among believers.
His holistic ministry vision birthed key initiatives including the Uma Ukpai Eye Centre, King of Kings Hospital, Uma Ukpai School of Theology, and Uma Ukpai Polytechnic, Asaga, aimed at uplifting communities both spiritually and socially. A prolific writer, Dr. Ukpai authored numerous books focused on faith, spiritual warfare, and victorious Christian living.
Evangelist Uma Ukpai was widely admired for his dynamic preaching and unwavering belief in the supernatural power of God. His sermons, often backed by testimonies of miracles, reflected a deep understanding of scripture and a life fully surrendered to divine purpose.
While his physical presence will be deeply missed, Uma Ukpai’s legacy continues through the institutions he established, the ministers he mentored, and the millions transformed by his message.
The Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association (UUEA) is expected to release details of funeral and memorial services soon — events that will undoubtedly honor a man who ran his race with faith and finished strong.
The Christian world pauses to celebrate Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai, a faith pioneer, miracle worker, and servant of God whose voice and vision will echo through generations to come
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