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According to the constitution of Cyprus Nicosia Municipality was divided into a Greek and Turkish sector with two Mayors: a representative of the Greek community which was the majority, and a second one representing the Turkish community.

The Mayors and the members of the Council were appointed by the President of the Republic.

Since 1986, the Mayors and members of the Council are elected.

The Mayor and the Municipal Councillors are elected by direct popular suffrage but into separate ballots – one for the Mayor and the other for all the Councillors.

Municipal elections are held every five years.