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 | % |
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Hamani Diori | Nigerien Progressive Party – African Democratic Rally | 1,678,912 | 100 |
Invalid/blank votes | 1,658 | - | |
Total | 1,680,570 | 100 |
References
- ↑ Elections in Niger African Elections Database
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