A referendum on becoming part of Nigeria was held in the Northern Cameroons in November 1959.

[1] Voters were given the choice between a union with Nigeria and postponing the decision.

[1] Voters favoured the latter, with 62.25% voting to postpone the decision.

[1] A second referendum was held in 1961, with 60% voting to join Nigeria and 40% voting to join Cameroon.

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