People
Who they are
The Nandu-Tari Ahwai live in southeastern Kaduna State, Nigeria, in villages near the Ahwai Mountains. The name Ahwai brings together speakers of Ndun, Nyeng and Shakara, closely related speech varieties. Most identify as Christians, but there are also followers of traditional religions and Muslims. Church services are usually held in Hausa.
Where they live
1
Country
14K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Nigeria Partially reached
|
100%
|
13.000 |
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.
Ahwai
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 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)55%
Evangelicals7%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the work of translating the Scriptures into Ahwai, so that families can understand the biblical message.
Pray that Nandu-Tari Ahwai Christians will understand the gospel and grow in faith.
Pray for training for pastors who use Hausa in church services, so that they can explain the Bible clearly to Ahwai speakers.
Pray for Nandu-Tari Ahwai
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