According to unicef.com, less than 60% of primary school students enter secondary school and only 20% of students complete secondary school. Safety concerns, the distance to school, child labor, and child marriage prevent parents from enrolling their children in school. Pray for the children of...
Isaiah 8:12-13 “‘Do not call conspiracy all that this people calls conspiracy, and do not fear what they fear, nor be in dread. But the Lord of hosts, him you shall honor as holy. Let him be your fear, and let him be your dread.” The majority of Nigeriens are paralyzed...
The Worso is an annual Fulani celebration to celebrate new marriages and new births over the past year. During this festival, young girls as young as 5 years old are often reserved for future marriages that will take place in early teenage years. Pray that...
Psalm 69:32-33 “The poor will see and be glad—you who seek God, may your hearts live! The Lord hears the needy and does not despise his captive people.” According to worldbank.org, the extreme poverty rate in Niger is 52%, affecting more than 14.1 million people. Pray...
Sorcery and witchcraft are prevalent and acceptable among the Hausa people. Many Hausa people visit witch doctors to curse others, obtain wealth, and seek healing. Often even after Hausa people accept Christ, they do not abandon practices of spirit worship and sorcery. Pray that Hausa...
The Zarma people have been known throughout Niger as holding key positions of power until recently. This resulted from the fact that they were the first people group to embrace modern education and join the army; over the years, they have craftily kept these advantages. ...
The Tuareg people are known for preparing tea which many say is the "friend of conversation." Many Nigeriens drink tea throughout their day: in the heat of the day before an afternoon nap, following meals, and even before going to bed. Pray that as families,...
Throughout Niger, many Wodaabe people are accepting Christ and are being baptized. Historically, the Wodaabe have worn belts, amulets, and other mystic symbols for protection. Wodaabe Christians, however, are abandoning these practices and placing their trust in Christ alone. Others have been drawn to Christ...
When a new baby is born in Niger, the parents typically hold a “bâpteme” for their new child 8 days following the birth. The family typically has a ceremony in which they announce their child’s name and host a large meal for their family, neighbors,...
In Wodaabe culture, the daily interaction between men and women is characterized by avoidance, for example, men and women do not eat together. Many women fear physical violence from their husbands who have the right to discipline them. Even the woman’s parents can not interfere...