Niger’s attempt to rid itself of the leftovers of colonialism will target its national anthem
The lyrics of the anthem La Nigerienne were written by French Maurice Albert Thiriet in 1961 following Niger’s independence. Currently, many passages of the song have been criticised for theirThe lyrics appear to express gratitude to the country’s former colonial power France and its rulers for the country’s freedom. state television late on Thursday: “Parts of the anthem are unanimously subject to criticism.
Nigeriens particularly take issue with a passage that says: "Let us be proud and grateful / For our new freedom!" referring to France. The committee said that its priority is to make corrections, however, if possible they will try to find a new anthem which reflects Niger’s current context. Officials and Nigeriens believe that at the very least a modification of the national anthem is crucial.
Several African countries will be celebrating the 60th anniversary of their independence next year. Fourteen West African countriesfrom France in 1960 in addition to the Belgian colonies of Democratic Republic of Congo, and the British colonies of Somalia and Nigeria.
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