1996 Nigerien constitutional referendum
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A constitutional referendum was held in Niger on 12 May 1996. The new constitution would restore multi-party democracy after the military coup earlier in the year had ousted elected President Mahamane Ousmane.
It was approved by 92.34% of voters with a turnout of only around 35%.[1] The first presidential elections under the new constitution were held on 7 and 8 July, and saw a victory for coup leader Ibrahim Baré Maïnassara.
Results
[edit]| Choice | Votes | % |
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| For | 92.34 | |
| Against | 7.66 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| Registered voters/turnout | 35.10 | |
| Source: Direct Democracy | ||
References
[edit]- ^ Elections in Niger African Elections Database
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