“So there was great joy in that city.” (Acts 8:8, NIV)

Visualize a Nigeria where every tribe has heard the gospel and has indigenous, self-propagating Christian movements. Picture communities transformed by the love of Christ, where hope replaces despair, and light overcomes darkness. Imagine the joy of salvation erupting from people and places once termed unreached.

Nigeria is home to 40 Unreached People Groups (UPGs) and 3 Least Evangelized People Groups (LEPGs), representing millions who have yet to encounter the transformative power of the gospel. Imagine the day when these words in Acts 8:8 will be spoken about every tribe in Nigeria.

As part of our commitment to ensuring that no place, person, language, or people is left behind, the Count Down to 30 Initiative was launched.

What is the Count Down to 30 Initiative?
The Count Down to 30 Initiative is a call to action for individuals, families, churches, Christian organizations, and NEMA member agencies to adopt and engage 13 tribes from the remaining UPGs & LEPGs in Nigeria by December 2025. This initiative is a strategic effort to see the gospel take root in every people group and region across the nation.

Why This Initiative?
Despite decades of mission work and the blessing of the evangelical strength in Nigeria, several ethnic groups remain unreached, with limited or no gospel presence. Moreover, the mandate before us is the mandate to finish. The Count Down to 30 Initiative is designed to accelerate engagement through:

✅ Strategic Mobilization: Encouraging more mission workers, churches, and agencies to commit to reaching the target people groups.
✅ Prayer and Intercession: Strengthening prayer movements that focus on breaking spiritual barriers.
✅ Resource Support: Mobilizing financial and material resources to aid missionary work.
✅ Training & Capacity Building: Equipping missionaries, church leaders, and volunteers with the skills and tools needed for effective cross-cultural engagement.
✅ Research & Advocacy: Gathering and sharing vital data to enhance mission strategies.

Each of these groups represents millions of souls who have yet to experience the joy of knowing Jesus Christ. The time to act is now. We must rise to the call with unwavering commitment.

A Call to Action:

Every NEMA member agency and partner is urged to prayerfully consider adopting and engaging with one or more of these tribes. Here’s how you and your ministry can contribute to this divine mission:

1. Pray: Mobilize your prayer networks to fervently intercede for these tribes. Pray for open hearts, divine encounters, and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit among these communities. “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective” (James 5:16). You can use the NEMA Praying Through the Harvest booklet.
2. Adopt: Adopt any of the tribes for engagement. This you can be by:

Resource Mobilization: Allocate funds, materials, and personnel to support mission efforts among these tribes. Consider innovative fundraising initiatives, partnerships, and grants to ensure we have the necessary resources to advance this mission.

Field Engagement: The tribes need committed missionaries willing to live among these tribes, understand their culture, and share the gospel with love and respect. Equip your personnel with the necessary training and support to undertake this vital task.

Holistic/ Access Ministry: Evangelism is best when accompanied with acts of service. Address practical needs such as healthcare, education, and economic development. Demonstrate Christ’s love through tangible acts of compassion, paving the way for spiritual transformation.

3. Strategic Partnerships: Form alliances with other agencies, local churches, and indigenous leaders. Collaboration will maximize our impact and ensure a sustainable Christian presence among these tribes.

Take Action Today!
We invite you to make a commitment by filling out the Count Down to 30 Commitment & Response Form. Click the link below to indicate how you would like to participate:

➡️ Fill Out the Commitment Form Here

The “Counting Down to 30” initiative is not just another mission effort; it is a divine strategy to complete the Great Commission in Nigeria, one tribe after another. We urge you to join us with all your heart, resources, and might. Together, we will see every tribe reached with the gospel, and there will be great joy in among every people, in every city.

For inquiries, contact us at 07066598089 or 08067925522 | melr@nemanigeriamissions.org.

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