Affinity Group: Sub-Saharan African Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Sub-Saharan African
People Cluster: Benue
Language: Tigon Mbembe - (nza)
Alternate Name(s): Tigum, Tigon, Akonot
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Cameroon
Also found in: Nigeria
Population: 62,000
Global Population: 110,000
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical
Overview: The Tigon Mbembe of Cameroon, numbering 62,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Benue people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 110,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Tigon Mbembe. The primary religion practiced by the Tigon Mbembe 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