Breaking: Nigeria Loses Renowned Evangelist Uma Ukpai at 80

The founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association late Evangelist, Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai

Nigeria has lost its renowned and iconic evangelist, Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association (UUEA). He passed away at the age of 80.

The announcement was made on his official Instagram page, @Uma_Ukpai, on Monday, confirming that the revered preacher died on October 6, 2025.

In a statement titled “With Hearts Full of Gratitude, We Celebrate the Triumphant Homegoing of Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai,” his family expressed profound appreciation to God for his impactful life and dedicated service to humanity.

The post read:”With hearts full of gratitude, we celebrate the triumphant homegoing of Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, who passed into glory on October 6, 2025, at the age of 80. A faithful soldier of the Cross has been called to rest.”

“For over six decades, he devoted his life to fiery evangelism, dynamic teaching of the Word, and prophetic demonstrations of God’s power. Through his ministry, he impacted millions of lives and transformed destinies both within Nigeria and across the globe.”

“He was a spiritual general renowned for evangelism, a founding father of faith, a loving husband, devoted father, and mentor to many. His life stood as a testament to God’s power and love.”

“While we mourn his physical absence, we rejoice that he has finished his race and now rests in eternal praise. Details of the funeral services will be announced by the family in due course.”

“We are grateful to God for his extraordinary life and enduring legacy. Indeed, ‘to live is Christ, and to die is gain.’ (Philippians 1:21).”

Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai’s ministry was non-denominational, and he led the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, headquartered in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.

He is survived by his wife, children, and spiritual protégés.