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A referendum on becoming a republic was held in the Gambia on 24 November 1965.[1] The changes would result in the creation of the post of president to replace the Governor-General representing Elizabeth II as head of state.
There were 154,626 registered voters for the referendum, with 93,484 valid votes cast. 65.85% of voters voted for the proposal, but failed to reach the two-thirds support required for the proposal to be accepted.
A second referendum was held in 1970, which did result in a successful "yes" vote. Prime Minister Dawda Jawara was elected president by the parliament, replacing Elizabeth II (represented by Farimang Mamadi Singateh) as head of state on 24 April 1970.
| Choice | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| For | 61,563 | 65.85% |
| Against | 31,921 | 34.15% |
| Total | 93,484 | 100% |
| Source: African Elections database | ||
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