Pongu

Quick facts about the Pongu

Location: Nigeria
Status: NOT Engaged by IMB
Population: 30,000
Primary Religion: Islam mixed with African Traditional Religion
Number of Christians: 165
Language: Pongu

Consider themselves Muslim but are somewhat revered for their traditional medicines and practices
Located in Niger State in northern Nigeria

Pray that the Pongu would be freed from their traditional religious practices. Pray that they would be witnesses of the power of Christ in their lives.

Learn more about the Pongu!

The Pongu language is widely spoken and there are Gospel Recordings available. A team has moved to the area to begin translation work in Pongu as well as Ngwoi and Kamuku. An Engaging Church could take the challenge of engaging the Pongu with the Gospel as well as other small people groups in the same Local Government Area. There are local churches with whom to partner in this endeavor.