People
Who they are
The Sha live in ten villages in Sha district, in the Bokkos local government area of Plateau State, Nigeria. They say they came from different places and spoke different languages, then united under the name Sya, which means “unity.” Their language, Sya, belongs to the Ron group of Chadic languages. They are mainly farmers, growing fonio (a small grain), sweet potatoes, sesame and beans. Most follow traditional religions; Christians are a minority, and there are also Muslim families.
Where they live
1
Country
7K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Nigeria Partially reached
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100%
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6.500 |
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.
Sya
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)30%
Evangelicals3%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the work of translating the Scriptures into Sya and for Sha families to have access to the biblical text.
Pray that Sha Christians in Bokkos will grow in their knowledge of Jesus and in their care for one another.
Pray that churches among the Sha will teach the Bible clearly and share their faith with neighbors of different religions.
Pray for Sha
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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