Renowned Evangelist Uma Ukpai Passes Away Peacefully At 80

Renowned Nigerian evangelist and founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association (UUEA), Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, has passed away at the age of 80.
The announcement was made on his official Instagram page, @Uma_Ukpai, on Monday, confirming that the respected cleric died on October 6, 2025.
In a formal statement titled “With hearts full of gratitude, we celebrate the triumphant homegoing of Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai,” the family expressed their deep appreciation to God for his remarkable life of faith, service, and impact on humanity.
The statement 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 eighty. A faithful soldier of the cross has been called to rest.
“Dedicating over six decades of his life to fiery evangelism, dynamic teaching of the Word, and prophetic demonstrations of the power of God, he impacted millions of lives and transformed destinies within Nigeria and across the globe.
“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. Details of the obsequies will be announced in due course by the family.
“We are grateful to God for his extraordinary life and enduring legacy. For indeed, ‘to live is Christ, and to die is gain.’ Phil 1:21.”
Rev. Dr. Ukpai, whose ministry was non-denominational, was renowned for his consistent commitment to evangelism, interdenominational unity, and humanitarian service. Through the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, headquartered in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, he led several crusades across Nigeria and other countries, preaching salvation, healing, and hope.
He was also widely respected for his mentorship of young ministers and his strong advocacy for moral and spiritual renewal within society.
Dr. Ukpai is survived by his wife, children, and a host of spiritual protégés. The family said further details of his burial arrangements would be made public in due course.