1971 Sudanese presidency referendum

A referendum on the presidency of Jaafar Nimeiry was held in Sudan on 15 September 1971. It came after Nimeiry was overthrown in a Communist coup in July, followed by his reinstatement. He was backed by 98.6% of voters, with a turnout of 92.9%.

1971 Sudanese presidency referendum

15 September 1971
 
Nominee Jaafar Nimeiry
Party SSU
Popular vote 3,839,374
Percentage 98.6%

President before election

Jaafar Nimeiry
SSU

Elected President

Jaafar Nimeiry
SSU

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