1958 Nigerien constitutional referendum

A referendum on the new constitution of France was held in Niger on 28 September 1958 as part of a wider referendum held across the French Union. The new constitution would see the country become part of the new French Community if accepted, or result in independence if rejected. It was approved by 78.43% of voters.[1]

Results

Choice Votes %
For 372,383 78.43
Against 102,395 21.57
Invalid/blank votes 19,175
Total 493,953 100
Registered voters/turnout 1,320,174 37.42
Source: Direct Democracy

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