People
Who they are
The Nggwahyi live in Askira-Uba, in Borno State in northeastern Nigeria. They speak a Chadic language also known as Ngwaxi, whose survival is threatened. Most are Muslims, but a substantial group follows traditional religions, and there is a small Christian minority. According to reports, Boko Haram violence has affected their communities: some children have been abducted and villages burned.
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.
Nggwahyi
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 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)5%
Evangelicals2.4%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the protection of Nggwahyi families affected by violence.
Pray for the translation and teaching of the Scriptures in Nggwahyi, with respect for the people’s endangered language.
Pray for the few Nggwahyi Christians to find support and grow in faith in Jesus.
Pray for churches serving the Nggwahyi to share the gospel with Muslim families and those who follow traditional religions.
Pray for Nggwahyi
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