Later, she will be taught the art of pottery-making. Wrestling is an important activity for Puku males. For years to come, he will carry this stick over his shoulder. Fifteen percent of the Puku have converted to Islam due to Hausa and Fulani influence, but most still practice their traditional pagan religion. Cults are joined by both men and women, and certain cult objects, such as rocks or trees, are worshipped.
Men offer prayers and sacrifices to their own personal gods, which are usually inanimate objects.
Certain rituals are conducted in conjunction with these prayers and sacrifices to ensure the growth of healthy crops or to prevent illnesses. The Puku do not have access to any Christian resources in their own language. Two missions agencies are currently working among them, but the great majority of Puku have not heard the Gospel. A translation of the Bible in their language and more Christian workers are necessary to reach them with the message of salvation. However, prayer is the first step toward seeing this happen.