Popular gospel artist, Nathaniel Bassey has mourned the passing of late Rev. Dr Uma Ukpai.
In an emotional tribute, he described Ukpai as a true spiritual father and one of the greatest influences on his Christian journey.
Bassey took to his Instagram page to write a touching tribute.
“Oh ! Dr Uma !
Oh Papa Uma !
Sometimes you wish some people would never die. What a man !
Just a few days ago I was inspired to lead multitudes in an evening fast. Something I learnt from you and did mention so.
You called me SON. What a privilege.
A man of God INDEED. One of great power and immense stature and impact . A man who knew the ways of the spirit, who knew how to deploy praise and worship in spiritual warfare and the supernatural. We ache but heaven rejoices.
Good night papa @uma_ukpai !”
Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, who passed away on October 6 at the age of 80, was widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s foremost evangelists.
His death, confirmed by his family a week later, has sparked an outpouring of tributes from church leaders, gospel ministers, and believers across the country.