People
Who they are
The Laamang live in northeastern Nigeria, on the plains west of the Mandara Mountains in Borno State, with the town of Gwoza as their center. The name Lamang, meaning “our people,” was given by a German linguist in 1971 and is now accepted for several Lamang-speaking groups around Gwoza. The language belongs to the Chadic family of languages. Traditional beliefs predominate among them, but there are also Muslims and a Christian minority.
Where they live
1
Country
90K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Nigeria Partially reached
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100%
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88.000 |
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.
Lamang
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)15%
Evangelicals4%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the translation and understanding of the Scriptures in Lamang among families in Gwoza.
Pray for Laamang Christians to grow in their knowledge of Jesus and to bear witness to their faith.
Pray for Laamang churches to train leaders who can teach the Bible in the people’s language.
Pray for Laamang
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