Niger

MUNGO PARK discovered the mouth of river Niger

The word "Niger" only appears once in the King James Version of the Bible:

Acts 13:1 Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul.

and it is a NAME in that verse, it has nothing whatsoever to do with skin color. If you are asking about the word with TWO g's, that word is not in the Bible. At all.

Niger State's population is 3,950,249.

Niger has experienced recurring drought conditions for decades, with significant droughts occurring in the Sahel region, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s. More recently, the country has faced severe droughts in the late 2010s, exacerbating food insecurity and affecting livelihoods. While Niger's climate is inherently variable, the frequency and intensity of droughts have increased, often linked to climate change and environmental degradation.

In Niamey, Niger, you can say "Merci" to express gratitude, as French is the official language. Additionally, in the local Zarma language, you can say "A ni ce." Both phrases are commonly understood and appreciated.

Camel racing in Niger typically takes place during special festivals and cultural events, with the most prominent races occurring during the annual Nigerien Festival of Nomadic Cultures. This festival usually happens in the month of December in the town of Agadez. The races attract participants and spectators from various regions, showcasing traditional nomadic culture and promoting community engagement.

Before gaining independence in 1960, Niger was a part of French West Africa, which was a colonial federation of several West African countries under French control. The French established their presence in the region in the late 19th century, and Niger became a formal colony in 1922. After a period of colonial rule, Niger achieved independence from France on August 3, 1960.