Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Benue
Language: Bokyi - (bky)
Alternate Name(s): Nufua, Osikom, Vaaneroki
Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestantism
Country: Nigeria
Also found in: Cameroon
Population: 289,000
Global Population: 299,000
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 5% or Greater but Less than 10% Evangelical
Overview: The Bokyi of Nigeria, numbering 289,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Benue people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 299,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Bokyi. The primary religion practiced by the Bokyi is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available