Breaking: Dr. Lamin J. Darbo Set to Be Flagbearer for 2026 Presidential Polls

Impeccable sources have confirmed to Gunjur Online that top Gambian constitutional and human rights lawyer, Dr. Lamin J. Darbo, has been appointed as Secretary General, Party Leader, and Flagbearer of an unnamed registered political party ahead of the 2026 presidential election.

Dr. Darbo, who hails from Gunjur, previously resigned from the United Democratic Party (UDP) following the party’s recent flag bearer contest for 2026 Presidential election. At the time, he announced his intention to contest the 2026 presidential election, but made it clear that he would not form his own political party to do so.

Following his resignation, supporters formed a WhatsApp group titled “Lamin J. Darbo Independent Forum” to discuss strategies and mobilise support for his anticipated independent bid.

However, according to credible information reaching Gunjur Online, developments took a dramatic turn late on Friday when Dr. Darbo received an official letter from an unnamed political party appointing him as its Party Leader, Secretary General, and Presidential Candidate for the upcoming polls. This follows talks Darbo has been having with the said political party for several weeks.

A formal announcement confirming this new political alliance is expected to be made at a press conference within the coming week, according to sources familiar with the matter.

If confirmed, Dr. Lamin J. Darbo’s entry into the race as the flag bearer of an established political party will add a new dynamic to the contest for 1 Marina Parade in 2026.