Zhire (Hyam: Zhebzhi, Hausa: Kenyi) is a pHyamic of Nigeria. A variety called Shang is relexified Zhire.
Background Zhire is spoken in Kagarko LGA, Kaduna State, Nigeria. It was also referred to as Kenyi in some sources. Its closest relative is Shang.Blench, Roger. 2025. Aspects of the grammar of Zhire [zhi, a Plateau language of Central Nigeria]. Cambridge: Kay William Educational Foundation (KWEF).
Zhire settlements, which are further subdivided into wards, are: Taha Gyeng Fei / Jenye Gidam (or Gidum Dutse) Kongo Foyour
Zhire clans are: Taha Gigamse Kwoyoro Fevi Gidam Hanziro / Gindu (These two clans merged for hunting purposes.) Fokyang
References
Further reading A Sociolinguistic Profile of the Zhire (zhi) Language of Kaduna State, Nigeria
External links Shang wordlist