People
Who they are
The Eki live in Cross River State in southeastern Nigeria, northeast of the Efik. They speak Eki, a language in the Niger-Congo family. The vast majority identify as Christians, but Evangelicals make up a small proportion of the people. There are also followers of traditional religions. Portions of the Bible in Eki were published in 2024.
Where they live
1
Country
12K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Nigeria Partially reached
|
100%
|
12.000 |
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.
Eki
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)95%
Evangelicals2.5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray that the Bible portions published in Eki will be read and taught within families.
Pray for Eki Christians, that identifying as Christians will be accompanied by a life of faith in Jesus.
Pray for churches among the Eki to train people who can teach the Bible in the language of the people.
Pray for the Eki who follow traditional religions to come to know Jesus.
Pray for Eki
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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