Obituary

Mar
29
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor Commends Gov. Alex Otti For Honouring Rev. Dr. Ukpai

Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor Commends Gov. Alex Otti For Honouring Rev. Dr. Ukpai

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Obituary
Ambassador Dr Osita Offor Commends Gov. Alex Otti for Honouring Rev. Dr Uma Ukpai Ambassador Dr Osita Offor, fondly known as “De Ultimate Commander” and Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, has commended Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti OFR, for granting a state burial to the late global evangelist, Rev. Dr Uma Ukpai. Dr Offor described the honour as a well-deserved recognition of a life devoted to God, humanity, and the upliftment of society. “Rev. Dr Uma Ukpai’s journey was one marked by faith, dedication, and extraordinary service. His teachings, mentorship, and humanitarian work have left an indelible mark…
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Mar
27
2026
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Just In: El-Rufai Loses Mother

Just In: El-Rufai Loses Mother

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Just In: El-Rufai Loses Mother AttNews reports that Hajiya Umma, mother of Nasir el-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna, has died. Bello el-Rufai, the former governor’s son, announced the death of his grandmother in a statement posted on X on Friday. Bello, the lawmaker representing Kaduna north federal constituency, said Umma died some hours ago. “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. From Allah SWT we came and to Him we shall all return. I would like to inform the public of the demise of my Grandmother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai who passed away a few hours ago,” he wrote. “She is the…
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Mar
27
2026
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Gov. Otti Challenges All To Live Good Life As ABSG Held State Burial For Late Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai

Gov. Otti Challenges All To Live Good Life As ABSG Held State Burial For Late Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai

Abia State, News Flash, Obituary
ABSG HOLDS STATE BURIAL FOR REV. UMA UKPAI, AS GOV. OTTI CHALLENGES ALL TO LIVE GOOD LIFE. Abia State Government (ABSG) has held a State burial service in honour of the late Abia born global evangelist and God's General, Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, who died at the age of 80 years. Speaking at the event held at the International Conference Centre Umuahia on Thursday, March 26th, Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, challenged people to live a good life so that when they are no more, they would be remembered for good. Gov. Otti noted that Papa…
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Oct
20
2025
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Peter Obi At The Burial Of Late Miss Somtochukwu Maduagwu, The Arise News Journalist

Peter Obi At The Burial Of Late Miss Somtochukwu Maduagwu, The Arise News Journalist

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Remembering Somtochukwu Maduagwu As I returned from the United Kingdom, where I had several engagements, including a meeting with the Commonwealth Secretary-General. Upon my arrival in Nigeria, I travelled to Agulu, Anambra State, to attend the burial Mass and interment of Miss Somtochukwu Maduagwu, the “Arise News” journalist whose life was tragically cut short in Abuja after an unfortunate encounter with armed robbers in her own home. It was a deeply painful experience to witness such a promising future abruptly ended. Somtochukwu was a shining example of youthful resourcefulness and dedication. Her passion for truth and commitment to her work…
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Oct
20
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Truck Driver Kills 19-Year-Old Nigerian Student In Canada

Truck Driver Kills 19-Year-Old Nigerian Student In Canada

News Flash, Obituary, World News
Truck Driver K¡lls 19-Year-Old Nigerian Student In Canada A 19-year-old Nigerian student, Marvelous Ugochukwu, has been confirmed dead after a truck driver ran a red light and crashed into a car, a bus stop shelter, a fence line, and a light pole at the intersection of Dewdney Avenue and Elphinstone Street in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. Multiple witnesses said the teenager was in a bus shelter where the truck went and hit her. Already, a GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support the Ugochukwu family with funeral and probably legal expenses. According to the GoFundMe page: “The family of Marvellous Ugochukwu…
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Oct
15
2025
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Ikwu Umuolugu Ohafia Mourns Our Patriarch, Rev Dr Uma Ukpai

Ikwu Umuolugu Ohafia Mourns Our Patriarch, Rev Dr Uma Ukpai

News Flash, Obituary, Ohafia LGA
IKWU UMUOLUGU OHAFIA MOURNS OUR PATRIARCH, REV DR UMA UKPAI The Umuolugu Maternal Kindred of Ohafia mourns, with a deep sense of irreparable loss, yet with grateful heart to God, the passing on to eternal glory of our Patriarch, Rev Dr Uma Ukpai on 6th October, 2025 at a blessed age of 80 years. We take solace on the fact that at his glorious transition, he had fought a good fight, finished his course and kept the faith. For over six decades he traversed the world with the Gospel in fiery evangelism, demonstrating the power of God to save, heal…
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Oct
14
2025
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Hon. Nelson Uchechukwu Destiny Commiserates With The Immediate Family Of Late Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai And The Entire Ohafia On The Demise Of The Spiritual General

Hon. Nelson Uchechukwu Destiny Commiserates With The Immediate Family Of Late Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai And The Entire Ohafia On The Demise Of The Spiritual General

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, Obituary
Hon. Nelson Uchechukwu Destiny Commiserates With The Immediate Family Of Late Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai And The Entire Ohafia On The Demise Of The Spiritual General I Hon. Nelson Uchechukwu Nelson Destiny joins the the people of Asaga,Ohafia Ofurishi, Abians, Nigerians and beyond to Mourn Late Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai who passed away on the 6th of October 2025 at the age of 80 years . Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai was more than a preacher of the gospel of christ. He was a generational teacher, counsellor, soldier of christ who gave his life fully to the service of God and…
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Oct
14
2025
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Onwa Ohafia Social Club Mourn The Demise Of God’s Own General Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai

Onwa Ohafia Social Club Mourn The Demise Of God’s Own General Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai

Abia State, News Flash, Obituary, Ohafia LGA
ONWA OHAFIA SOCIAL CLUB MOURN THE DEMISE OF GOD'S OWN GENERAL REV. DR. UMA UKPAI Onwa Ohafia Social Club, express profound sorrow over the death of our Brother, Father, Mentor, Spiritual Father and guardian, Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai. The entire BOT, Executive and Members mourn the loss of a spiritual icon fondly referred to as “God’s General.” Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai, was a beacon of hope and faith for millions in Ohafia, Abia, Nigeria and beyond. For over six decades, he devoted his life to evangelistic missions, inspirational teachings, and extensive charitable work that touched countless lives in Ohafia and…
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Oct
14
2025
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Amb. Dr. Osita Offor, “De Ultimate Commander” And UAAP Join Gov. Otti, CAN In Mourning Passing Of Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai

Amb. Dr. Osita Offor, “De Ultimate Commander” And UAAP Join Gov. Otti, CAN In Mourning Passing Of Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai

Abia State, News Flash, Obituary
Amb.Dr. Osita Offor, "De Ultimate Commander," and UAAP Join Gov. Otti, CAN in Mourning Passing of Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, affectionately known as "De Ultimate Commander" and Ikenga Gburugburu of the Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, has joined the executive governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, to express profound sorrow over the passing of Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai. As the President of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP), Ambassador Offor, along with the entire UAAP community, mourns the loss of a spiritual icon fondly referred to as “God’s General.” Reverend Dr. Uma…
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