1977 Comorian presidential referendum | |
Referendum on the presidency of Ali Soilih | |
Flag Image: | Flag of the Comoros (1963–1975).svg |
Yes: | 86,065 |
No: | 65,906 |
Electorate: | 164,828 |
A referendum on the presidency of Ali Soilih was held in the Comoros on 28 October 1977. The result was 57% in favour and 43% against, with a 92% voter turnout.[1] Despite the backing, Soilih was overthrown on 13 May 1978 by forces hired by exiled former leader Ahmed Abdallah, who was restored to power.