1986 Nauruan parliamentary election

Parliamentary elections were held in Nauru on 6 December 1986.^[1] As there were no political parties, all candidates ran as independents. However, the Parliament elected had two opposing groups holding nine seats each, resulting in a deadlock. To resolve the issue, Parliament was dissolved on 30 December, prompting fresh elections in January.^[1]

The 1986 election was notable in that, for the first time ever, a female candidate was elected. Ruby Dediya was elected MP for Anetan / Ewa, and was appointed Minister for Finance. She retained the position after the 1987 election.^[2]

Results

Party	%	Seats
Independents	100	18
Invalid/blank votes	-	-
Total	100	18
Source: IPU

References

^ ^a ^b Nauru Inter-Parliamentary Union
^ Developing a More Facilitating Environment for Women’s Political Participation in Nauru, South Pacific Forum

[IPU-1] Nauru Inter-Parliamentary Union

[2] Developing a More Facilitating Environment for Women’s Political Participation in Nauru, South Pacific Forum

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