Reverend Uma Ukpai is Dead
News is currently circulating across social media platforms alleging the death of renowned international evangelist, Rev. Uma Ukpai, the founder and president of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association.
The prominent cleric, whose ministry is based in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, is reported to have passed away, though no official confirmation has been issued by his family or ministry at the time of this report.
Cryptic Posts Spark Reactions
The news began to gather momentum following cryptic posts shared by figures close to the religious community.
Prophet Joel Ogebe shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) that many users quickly linked to the revered evangelist: “A giant has gone to be with the Lord. My father, my father, the chariot of Israel. Heaven rejoices. Uyo.”
Shortly after, a major Christian news platform, Church Gist, shared a direct announcement on Facebook, further amplifying the claims:
“A GENERAL TAKES A BOW! EVANGELIST UMA UKPAI HAS GONE TO BE WITH THE LORD. REST IN POWER, SIR.”
Rev. Uma Ukpai is one of Nigeria’s most influential non-denominational ministers, known for his powerful crusades and evangelical activities across the country and internationally.