People
Who they are
The Awak live in the Kaltungo area of Gombe State, Nigeria. They call themselves Yebu, and their language is Nii Yebu. In the early 20th century, they lived in settlements on Awak Hill and farmed terraces on its slopes; after World War II, they began establishing settlements at the foot of the hill and on the plains. Most follow traditional religions, and a substantial proportion are Christian. There are also small groups of Muslims and people with no religious affiliation.
Where they live
1
Country
14K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Nigeria Partially reached
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100%
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14.000 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Awak
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)40%
Evangelicals6%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the use of Scripture portions in Nii Yebu among Awak families.
Pray for Awak Christians in Kaltungo to grow in their understanding and practice of the faith.
Pray for churches among the Awak to train people from their own communities to teach the Scriptures.
Pray for respectful relationships between Awak Christians, their relatives who follow traditional religion and their Muslim neighbors.
Pray for Awak
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