Nigerien presidential election, 1965

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Presidential elections were held for the first time in Niger on 30 September 1965. The country had been declared a one-party state shortly after independence in 1960, with the Nigerien Progressive Party – African Democratic Rally becoming the sole legal party. Its leader, incumbent president Hamani Diori, was the only candidate, and was re-elected unopposed. Voter turnout was reported to be 98.4%.[1]

Results

Candidate Party Votes %
Hamani DioriNigerien Progressive Party – African Democratic Rally1,678,912100
Invalid/blank votes1,658-
Total1,680,570100

References

  1. Elections in Niger African Elections Database