By Vincent Aluu
My life was forever touched in 2010 when I first met the renowned Evangelist, Rev. Dr. U.M.A. Ukpai. It was a seemingly ordinary day at Fidelity Bank on Abak Road, where I worked, yet it became extraordinary. I still vividly recall the atmosphere as he ministered to us—the bank staff—praying over each one with a fatherly authority, laying hands on us, and speaking prophetic words that resonated directly with our souls. There was a weight in the room, a divine presence, that left an indelible mark on my heart. It was an encounter I could never forget.
Yet, the most defining moment came many years later, in 2023. I had the privilege of driving my classmate, Barr. Afam Agbakor, to meet Rev. Dr. Ukpai. After their meeting, the spiritual father turned to me with eyes filled with quiet power and asked, “Don’t you want anything from God?” In that instant, I felt both the gravity and the grace of the moment. I leaned forward and whispered with all the hope in my heart, “Daddy, I want a change of level.”
His reply was simple, yet it carried a weight that shook my very being: “Go, you will receive a call from a familiar friend.” I left that room with a heart full of faith, not fully understanding how it would unfold. But, as if heaven itself had orchestrated it, that very call came. I was appointed as the Registrar of the College of Nursing Sciences, Obohia Ndoki—a position I never dreamed of. A divine shift, a long-awaited breakthrough, had finally manifested.
A Journey Marked by Miracles
What has always intrigued and inspired me most about Rev. Dr. U.M.A. Ukpai’s journey are the near-impossible testimonies, the astonishing ease with which demons obeyed him, and the awe-inspiring praise and worship sessions he led before opening the Bible. Millions of souls have been won effortlessly across the globe through his ministry. Every crusade, every prophetic declaration, every moment of intercession seemed to bend the supernatural to the will of God.
His life has been a living demonstration of faith in action—a testament to what God can accomplish through a life fully surrendered. Those who witnessed him often spoke of a spiritual presence so tangible that it was impossible to remain untouched.
A Legacy of Faith, Service, and Transformation
Beyond the miracles and prophetic ministry, Rev. Dr. Ukpai has built a legacy of service to humanity. Hospitals, schools, and infrastructure projects bear his imprint, providing opportunities, education, and healthcare to countless communities. His ministry was never limited to the pulpit; it extended into tangible acts of compassion and societal transformation.
For over six decades, he has carried the gospel with power, humility, and unwavering dedication. His prophetic words have always been precise, his prayers potent, and his life a shining example of faithfulness. To have personally experienced his ministry is to understand the depth of divine authority coupled with fatherly love.
Rev. Dr. U.M.A. Ukpai is more than an evangelist; he is a spiritual father, a mentor, and a beacon of hope. His journey exemplifies what it means to live a life of purpose and power, touching both the spiritual and physical worlds. His impact will continue to inspire generations, and his legacy will remain etched in the hearts of all who have encountered him.
I am humbled and eternally grateful to have been blessed by his ministry, and for the change of level he prayed into my life—a testimony that will forever remind me of God’s faithfulness and the extraordinary influence of a life surrendered to divine purpose.
Indeed, a more than Elijah, Elisha and Paul.combined lived in Nigeria
Fare thee well Nnukwu Mmawu
Dr. Aluu is the registrar of College of Nursing Sciences, Obohia-Ndoki, Rivers State
