Jimi language (Nigeria)

The Jimi language is an Afro-Asiatic language spoken in Nigeria. Specifically, it is classified within the Chadic branch, Biu-Mandara group. It is spoken primarily in the state of Bauchi, in the Jimi area. Information on the exact number of speakers is limited and may vary. Available linguistic resources for Jimi are scarce, and further research is needed to fully document its grammar, vocabulary, and sociolinguistic context. The language is considered endangered due to factors such as language shift and limited intergenerational transmission. Efforts to preserve and revitalize the Jimi language are crucial to maintaining its cultural heritage.