Meet Our Partners In Niger

Executive Council

Vie Abondante was established in 1992, founded by Ron & Jerry Childs. It is governed by an executive council made up of proven ministers that provide leadership and direction for the ministry.  Currently there are 8 men on that council – Nigeriennes, Nigerians, and Americans.

IN MEMORY OF

Rev. Ron “Daddy” Childs
Founder of Vie Abondante

April 18, 1939 – August 28, 2021

Missionary with Elim World Missions since 1977, serving in Nigeria and Niger.


Rev. Neal Childs
Served as President of Vie Abondante from 2006 to 2018

Founded Reaching Unreached Nations International in 2013


Rev. Hashimou Ousmane
Vie Abondante President since 2018

Pastor of Vie Abondante, Maradi since 2005


Rev. Moctar Soumana
General Secretary, Niamey Regional Director & NGO Coordinator

Pastor of Vie Abondante, Eagles Chapel in Niamey since 2006


Rev. Zabeyrou Abdou
Niamey Pastors Coordinator

Pastor of Vie Abondante, Harobanda since 2009


Rev. Koyejo Amori
Abraham’s Place Director, Vie Abondante Maradi Primary School Director

Has served with Vie Abondante since 1994


Rev. Nelson Nwene

Pastor of International Christian Fellowship (ICF) in Niamey since 2012

Has served with Vie Abondante since 1994


Pastor Iro Dan Hawa

Pastor of Vie Abondante Ali dan Tsoho, Maradi since 2008