Since 2009
With a population of almost 115 million, Nigeria is the most highly populated country in Africa, and has an incredibly diverse population. There are over 470 different languages in use in Nigeria and many Nigerians don’t currently have the opportunity to hear about Jesus in their own language.
In 2009 The Tide® began broadcasting in Nigeria using the Efik language, and since then has been steadily adding programs in more languages. We currently have programming in 11 different Nigerian languages that have the potential to be heard by millions of people who do not yet know Jesus as their Lord and Savior.
An important aspect of The Tide ministry in Nigeria is our “Radios for Nigeria” project. Although the country is rich in agricultural land, mineral resources, and oil reserves, a third of the population lives below the poverty line and are too poor to buy a radio. As people give towards this project The Tide ministry places radios in villages throughout Nigeria. Most of these radios are being given to village leaders or the heads of extended families. Through these radios many people are now hearing the Gospel message in their own language and responding positively to God’s offer of salvation.
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Letters from those who Believe
73-Year-Old Ministry Reaches Millions of Listeners in 8 Countries Through 25 Heart Languages
Letters From Abroad: Nigeria, India, Zimbabwe
NIGERIA I want to thank the Lord for his is mercy towards me. I am writing in fulfillment of a vow I made to God. I promised that if my troubles are over, I would thank him immensely. I am a witch doctor. I received this power from my uncle who initiated me into the...
New Believers in Nigeria Turn from Idol Worship and Instead Embrace Jesus Christ
Nyong, a listener to The Tide® (www.thetide.org) global radio ministry’s Efik language program in Nigeria, says she now can sleep at night. After meeting with The Tide partners and learning about the saving grace of Jesus Christ, Nyong said she has burned the shrines...
Children Terrified to Attend School in Nigeria
The Tide® (www.thetide.org) global radio ministry has had a presence in Nigeria for a decade, mainly in the southern part of this populous country where Christianity is more accepted. But nationwide, declaring faith in Jesus Christ is becoming more and more difficult...
Nigerian Christians Face ‘Strategic Modern-Day Jihad’
Christians in Nigeria are facing a “strategic modern-day jihad” and a “deliberate plan to destroy and take over the predominantly Christian communities in the region,” according to The Christian Post. While violence and attacks against Christians in Nigeria have...
Believers Can Send Letters of Encouragement to Widows in Nigeria This Christmas
Several well-known ministries are teaming up to give Christians an opportunity to bless widows in Nigeria this Christmas season. We are excited to be joining these groups! Currently, the country is experiencing terrible unrest and Nigerians desperately need prayer and...
Letters from the Mailbag
A sampling of letters from those whose hearts have been touched by The Tide radio programs. (Full names and locations are not include to protect identity) ALBANIA Every day when I go to work I listen to Radio 7 Nord. I listen many programs but today I would like to...
Nigerians Facing Daily Violence Need Hope of Christ
Violence is nearly an everyday occurrence in Nigeria, with many living in fear of attacks on their farms, homes or churches. Reports vary as to who is responsible for the attacks, as well as who is being targeted specifically, whether farmers or Christians. Regardless...