Niger
- Language
- French
- Anthem
- L'Honneur de la Patrie
- Duration
- 1:48
- Status
- Despite a change in government following a 2023 coup, "L’Honneur de la Patrie" appears to have been retained as Niger's national anthem.
Niger National Anthem History
L'Honneur de la Patrie
Niger adopted "L'Honneur de la Patrie" in June 2023, replacing the previous anthem "La Nigerienne" due to its French colonial origins and perceived subservient lyrics. The new anthem emphasizes national pride and Niger's role in Africa.
Niger
L'Honneur de la Patrie
History timeline
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2019
The Nigerien government expressed interest in replacing the existing anthem "La Nigerienne" due to its colonial origins and controversial lyrics.
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2023
On June 22, "L’Honneur de la Patrie" was officially adopted, with lyrics focusing on national pride and Niger's place in Africa.
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2023
Weeks after its adoption, a coup replaced the government responsible for introducing the new national anthem.
The new anthem was adopted just a few weeks before a military coup overthrew the government that introduced it.