Africa-Press – Gambia. The United Democratic Party (UDP) has officially announced the list of 11 contenders vying for the party’s flagbearer position in the run-up to the 2026 presidential elections. The announcement was made at a press conference on Wednesday by Hon. Alhagie S. Darboe, the party’s Administrative Secretary.
The applicants represent a mix of seasoned politicians, legal practitioners, businessmen, and professionals, underscoring the broad interest in leading the country’s largest opposition party.
The full list of applicants is as follows:
-ANM Ousainu Darboe – Secretary General and Party Leader
-Lamin Jawara – Businessman
-Lamin NS Ceesay – Jarra
-Borry S. Touray – Lawyer
– Talib Ahmed Bensouda – Mayor of Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC)
-Amadou Sanneh – National Treasurer
– Karamo Fatty
-Sulayman Saho – National Assembly Member
– Dr. Lamin J. Darboe
– Lamin Jobe – Lamin Daranka
-Dr. Muhammed Danjo – Medical Doctor
The UDP’s flagbearer selection process marks a critical step in shaping the party’s strategy for the 2026 presidential race. According to the Administrative Secretary, grassroots consultations and internal vetting will follow, ensuring that the final candidate reflects the will of the party’s membership.
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