1959 Northern Cameroons referendum

A referendum on becoming part of Nigeria was held in Northern Cameroons in November 1959.[1] Voters were given the choice between a union with Nigeria and postponing the decision.[1] Voters favoured the latter, with 62.25% voting to postpone the decision.[1] A second referendum was held in 1961, with 60% voting to join Nigeria and 40% voting to join Cameroon.[1]

Results

Choice Votes %
Postpone decision70,54662.25
Union with Nigeria42,78827.75
Invalid/blank votes525
Total113,859100
Registered voters/turnout129,54987.9
African Elections Database

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