People
Who they are
The Verre live mainly in Adamawa State, in northeastern Nigeria, in the Yola and Fufore areas, and also in northern Cameroon. There are communities in the Verre Hills and on the plains south of Yola.
The people are also known as Vere and Duru-Verre. Their artistic tradition includes working with copper-based metals. Hausa is used to communicate with other peoples in the region.
Where they live
2
Countries
231K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Nigeria Partially reached
|
94.2%
|
212.000 |
Cameroon Partially reached
|
5.8%
|
13.000 |
How they live
Verre families live in fenced groups of houses, known as compounds, in rural areas. In accounts from 1927 by the anthropologist C. K. Meek, disputes were usually settled by respected elders, who were also religious leaders.
What they believe
In Nigeria, traditional religions have the largest following among the Verre, and there are also Muslims and Christians. An anthropological study observed that older Verre tended to follow traditional beliefs, while Islam and Christianity attracted more young people. Among the Verre of Cameroon, most identify as Christians.
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.
Verre
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)21.9%
Evangelicals2.9%
Needs
Only portions of the Scriptures are available in Verre; the New Testament has not yet been translated. Christian communities need more books of the Bible in their own language and people trained to teach the Bible.
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the translation of more books of the Bible into the Verre language.
Pray for Verre Christians in Nigeria and Cameroon to grow in their faith in Jesus.
Pray for the training of Bible teachers and leaders in Verre communities.
Pray for Verre families to come to know the gospel in the language they use at home.
Pray for Verre
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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