The household of Reverend Uma Ukpai, a famend worldwide evangelist has confirmed his passing.
A press release launched by the household on Monday mentioned the revered preacher died on October 6, 2025, on the age of 80.
Ukpai is the founder and president of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Affiliation, a non-denominational gospel ministry based mostly in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
Within the announcement titled “Superb Transition,” the household described the clergy as “a trustworthy soldier of the cross who has been referred to as to relaxation.”
The household famous that Dr. Ukpai devoted over six many years of his life to fiery evangelism, dynamic instructing, and prophetic demonstrations of God’s energy — impacting tens of millions of lives and remodeling destinies throughout Nigeria and all over the world.
“With hearts stuffed with gratitude, we rejoice the triumphant homegoing of Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, who handed on to glory on October 6, 2025, on the age of 80,” the assertion learn.
“He was a religious normal recognized for evangelism, a founding father of religion, loving husband, devoted father, and mentor to many. His life was a testomony to God’s energy and love.
“Whereas we mourn his bodily absence, we rejoice that he has completed his race and is now resting in everlasting reward.
“For many years, he was a towering determine in world evangelism, recognized for his passionate preaching, therapeutic crusades, and unwavering religion.
“For certainly, to reside is Christ, and to die is achieve.” — Philippians 1:21,” it mentioned.
The assertion added that particulars of his burial preparations can be introduced in the end.