By Chibuike Nwabuko
ABUJA (PRECISE POST) – Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general election in Nigeria, Peter Obi has paid profound tribute to late Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, Founder and President of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, saying he devoted his life to preaching the Gospel, healing, and uplifting souls across Nigeria and beyond.
In his condolences message,released on his X handle on Monday, Obi extended his heartfelt condolences to family, friends, and the entire congregation of his ministry. May God’s peace and comfort be with them during this difficult time.
The condolence message reads:
I have just received with deep sadness the news of the passing on to glory of one of Nigeria’s most revered clerics, Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, Founder and President of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association.
My heartfelt condolences go to his family, friends, and the entire congregation of his ministry. May God’s peace and comfort be with them during this difficult time.
Dr. Uma Ukpai devoted his life to preaching the Gospel, healing, and uplifting souls across Nigeria and beyond. Through the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, he organised large-scale crusades, healing services, and leadership conferences that brought hope and transformation to countless lives.
May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones. -PO