BSN earmarks N1.07bn for Bible translation

June 27, 2026 1:05 am

Iyanuoluwa Abiola

The Bible Society of Nigeria has proposed a budget of N1.07bn for 2027 to expand Bible translation projects and strengthen outreach programmes across the country.

The proposal was disclosed in a statement signed by the BSN Manager, Media and Public Relations, Benjamin Mordi, on Friday.

According to the statement, the proposed budget represents a 14 per cent increase from the N943m approved for 2025.

It stated that N216.6m had been earmarked for ongoing Bible translation projects in various Nigerian languages, including N54.2m for the Nigerian Sign Language Bible project targeted at the deaf community.

The society noted that completing a full Bible translation project costs at least N150m.

It also allocated N162.1m to its “Macedonian Call” intervention programme, which provides Bibles and relief materials, including food, clothing, bedding and educational support, to internally displaced persons’ camps and underserved communities.

The statement further disclosed that N102m had already been spent in the first quarter of the year on Bible translation and outreach initiatives.

The General Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the BSN, Pastor Samuel Sanusi, said the budget reflected the organisation’s commitment to improving lives despite prevailing economic challenges.

“Our passion for the spiritual and social transformation of Nigerians keeps us committed to making the Word of God available and affordable, despite the harsh operating environment,” he said.

Sanusi added that the organisation would continue to invest in programmes that promote spiritual growth and improve the overall well-being of Nigerians.

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