People
Who they are
The Bangwinji live in Gombe State, Nigeria, and call themselves báŋjìŋèb. According to oral tradition, they came from the Tula region and settled on a hill near Kaltungo. Wars led them to move to higher hills; when peace came in the 1920s, some moved down to the plains. Their language has two varieties, Nabang and Kaloh. Most follow traditional religions, Islam has a substantial minority following, and Christians are a smaller group.
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
A people only truly understands the gospel when they hear it in the language of their heart. See how far the translation has come.
Bangwinji
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)15%
Evangelicals10%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the use of Bangwinji Scripture portions among speakers of Nabang and Kaloh.
Pray for Bangwinji Christians to be firm in their faith and equipped to teach the gospel clearly.
Pray for Bangwinji churches in Gombe to equip people from their own community to teach the Scriptures.
Pray for respect and friendship in the relationships between Bangwinji Christians, Muslims and followers of traditional religions.
Pray for Bangwinji
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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