Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Guinean
Language: Gun - (guw)
Alternate Name(s): Gun
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Nigeria
Also found in: Benin; Gabon
Population: 473,000
Global Population: 1,312,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Egun of Nigeria, numbering 473,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Guinean people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 1,312,000 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Gun. The primary religion practiced by the Egun 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