NIGER ( 1% NON MUSLIM ) Niger is a secular country and separation - TopicsExpress



          

NIGER ( 1% NON MUSLIM ) Niger is a secular country and separation of state and religion is guaranteed by Article 3 of the 2010 Constitution as well as Article 175 which dictate that future amendments or revisions might not modify the secular nature of the republic of Niger. In addition, religious freedom is protected by Article 30 of the same constitution. Islam, widespread in the region since the 10th century, has greatly shaped the culture and mores of the people of Niger. Islam is the most dominant religion practiced by 99% of the population. The second most practiced religion is Christianity, practiced by 0.4% of the population. Christianity was established earlier in the country by missionaries during the French colonial years. Other urban Christian expatriate communities from Europe and West Africa are also presented. Religion persecution is rare in Niger which is ranked last (#50) on the World Watch List for severity of persecution that Christians face for actively pursuing their faith.
Posted on: Fri, 09 Jan 2015 05:31:22 +0000

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