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The paper aims to highlight the significant contributions of indigenous missionaries to the spread of Christianity in West Africa.

July 27, 2026Open Access

The Role of Indigenous Agents in the Christianization of West Africa

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Critical survey reveals indigenous missionaries' key role in spreading Christianity in West Africa, indicating their importance in Church history.

The paper aims to highlight the significant contributions of indigenous missionaries to the spread of Christianity in West Africa.
Conducted a critical survey of West African Church history
Analyzed the roles and contributions of indigenous agents.
Examined the impact of racial bias on historical documentation.
Indigenous agents significantly contributed to evangelization efforts in West Africa, particularly through the Church Missionary Society.
Their roles included monitors, teachers, evangelists, and catechists, which were crucial for church growth.
The paper argues for a reevaluation of historical narratives to acknowledge indigenous missionaries' invaluable contributions.

SIMEON U.N. Ph.D DURUJI (2026) studied this question.

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Critical survey reveals indigenous missionaries' key role in spreading Christianity in West Africa, indicating their importance in Church history.