Former rebel leader Salva Kiir has been confirmed in power in the semi-autonomous south in the first polls since the north-south war ended.

The polls were Sudan's first multi-party elections in 24 years.

Observers and opposition parties have complained of fraud and - particularly in the south - of intimidation.

Sudan's election commission said Mr Bashir had received 68% of the vote.

It also said Mr Kiir, leader of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement (SPLM), had received 93% of the southern vote.

Speaking in a televised address after the poll result was announced, Mr Bashir said: "The referendum in south Sudan will take place on schedule."

He described his election win as a victory for "all Sudanese", and played down criticism of the poll, praising "the civilised and respectful conduct during these elections, which saw no clashes or friction".

Mr Bashir and his National Congress Party were already well ahead in the results already announced from the 11-15 April elections.