Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African

People Cluster: Nupe

Language: Gbagyi - (gbr)

Alternate Name(s): Gbagyi, Gwari, Gwari Matai, Ibagyi, Gbagye

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Nigeria

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Population: 1,375,000

Global Population: 1,375,000

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The East Gbari of Nigeria, numbering 1,375,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Nupe people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. This people group is only found in Nigeria. Their primary language is Gbagyi. The primary religion practiced by the East Gbari is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available