1961 Togolese constitutional referendum

A constitutional referendum was held in Togo on 9 April 1961 alongside the general elections. The changes to the constitution would make the country a presidential republic with a directly elected President. It was approved by 99.62% of voters with a 90% turnout.

1961 Togolese constitutional referendum

9 April 1961 (1961-04-09)
Results
Choice Votes % Yes 560,258 99.62% No 2,114 0.38% Valid votes 562,372 99.60% Invalid or blank votes 2,245 0.40% Total votes 564,617 100.00% Registered voters/turnout 627,688 89.95%

Results

Choice	Votes	%
For	560,258	99.62
Against	2,114	0.38
Invalid/blank votes	2,245	–
Total	564,617	100
Registered voters/turnout	627,688	89.95
Source: African Elections Database