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.

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