Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
The Honourable Minister of Works, Sen. Engr. Nweze David Umahi, CON,FNSE, has expressed his deep sense of loss on the sad news of the passing of the Founder and President of Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association ( UUEA),Rev Dr. Uma Ukpai, which occurred on the 6th day of October 2025 at the age of 80 years.
According to Umahi, the Late Uma Ukpai was a renowned preacher and teacher of the gospel whose insightful sermons helped in shaping the spiritual journey of many Christians worldover.
“He was a man of immovable faith who preached the gospel of Christ with decades of unwavering devotion. He shall be remembered for his untiring commitment towards promoting the flourishing of the word of God. He continued to preach the gospel of Christ until his last day on earth when he was ushered into the glorious presence of his heavenly Father.
“With the Christian faithful around the globe, we join our hearts in solidarity and empathy to the bereaved family at this solemn moment as we offer our prayers for the repose of his soul. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace, Amen,” it also added. .
” Please accept the heartfelt condolences and compassions of my family,the management, and staff of the Federal Ministry of Works,” Umahi also stated.
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