Symbolism
The orange band represents the Sahara Desert, the white band represents peace and purity, and the green band represents the fertile lands. The orange disc represents the sun.
History
Adopted on November 23, 1959. The colors were chosen to reflect the country's diverse landscape, from the desert of the north to the fertile plains of the south.
Construction
A 6:7 ratio. A horizontal tricolor of orange, white, and green with an orange disc centered.
Color Meanings
orange: The Sahara Desert and the sun
white: Peace, purity, and the Niger River
green: The fertile lands and hope for the future
Country Facts
Flag Identification
- Adopted
- November 23, 1959
- Proportions
6:7 (≈1.167)
- Total Colors
- 3
- Primary Layout
- Horizontal bands
- Key Symbols
- Emblem
Influences
The geographical transition of the nation
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Flag Protocol
- The orange disc must be centered in the white band
- The flag is nearly square in shape
Practice
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