Religion in Niger

Religion in Niger (2012 census)
  1. Islam (99.3%)
  2. Other (0.7%)

According to the 2012 census, Islam is the most followed religion in Niger and is practiced by 99% of the population. According to Pew, roughly 80% of Muslims are Sunni of Maliki school of jurisprudence, whilst 20% are non-denominational Muslims. Other religions practiced in Niger include Animism and Christianity.

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