By Johnbosco Agbakwuru
ABUJA —PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has expressed grief over the demise of Dr. Uma Ukpai, describing him as an anointed crusader of the religion stuffed with hearth and ice for the gospel.
President Tinubu in a tribute to the late Evangelist, mentioned he was one of many leaders within the Lord’s military that introduced the keenness of revival sweeping throughout Nigeria and elements of Africa within the Nineteen Eighties.
The President, who known as Dr. Ukpai a firebrand, acknowledged that his mission was clearly to unite the Christian fold and completely different faiths and unfold peace and concord.
The tribute learn: “With a heavy coronary heart, I mourn the passing of considered one of God’s generals, Dr Uma Ukpai. Reverend Ukpai was not simply one other preacher; he was an anointed crusader of the religion, stuffed with hearth and ice for the gospel and restoring humanity to self-discipline, love, and good neighbourliness.”
Dr Ukpai, who died at age 80, was a world evangelist, chief of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Affiliation, and founding father of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN).
Born within the small city of Asaga, Ohafia, in Abia State, Evangelist Ukpai went by his paces, enduring challenges whereas passing by college. However God had his goal properly outlined. He obeyed the divine name and impacted generations along with his ministry.
The President in his tribute additional mentioned: “He was one of many leaders within the Lord’s military who introduced the keenness of revival sweeping throughout Nigeria and elements of Africa within the Nineteen Eighties. He was a firebrand.
“I recall his Better Ibadan for Christ campaign in 1982 and the Better Lagos for Christ campaign in 1985, two phenomenal occasions in proportion and impression.
“Dr Ukpai’s mission was clearly to unite the Christian fold and completely different faiths and unfold peace and concord. He was a builder, constructing males and bridges linking completely different faiths, individuals, tongues, and tribes.
“He was additionally a humanitarian as he arrange many charities, colleges, and hospitals for the underprivileged.”
He mentioned Dr Ukpai has fulfilled his divine mission and has gone to be with the Lord, including, “He fought the great battle, completed the race, and stored the religion.”
President Tinubu prayed God Almighty to grant the late Dr. Ukpai everlasting relaxation.
“I commiserate along with his household, particularly his spouse, Pastor Philomena Uma Ukpai, and his youngsters, in addition to members of his ministry. I encourage them to search out solace within the nice legacy of this beloved servant of God,” he added.
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