Ousainu Darboe
GambiapoliticianMale3.3Global Dominance: 0.00%Ousainu Darboe is a prominent Gambian politician and the Secretary General of the United Democratic Party (UDP). He has played a significant role in Gambian politics as an opposition leader, advocating for democracy and political reforms. His leadership has been instrumental in mobilizing support for the UDP, particularly during electoral campaigns. His recent remarks following the party's victory in the Massembeh Ward by-election highlight his commitment to the party's vision and the importance of unity among supporters.
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Ousainu Darboe was criticized by President Barrow for allegedly exaggerating the extent of the power outages.
Man who hacked wife gets life in prisonGambia· 2026-06-23
The President also used the rally to criticize opposition leader Ousainu Darboe of the United Democratic Party (UDP), accusing him and his team of exaggerating the extent of the power outages.
Barrow promises uninterrupted electricity supply in next 3 yearsGambia· 2026-06-23
The President also used the rally to criticize opposition leader Ousainu Darboe of the United Democratic Party (UDP).
UDP denies consensus of adopting candidate-led model in coalition talksGambia· 2026-06-23
Jah questioned whether UNITE would be willing to back a coalition led by UDP leader Ousainu Darboe.
UMC is threat ahead of 2026 polls, ex-APRC deputy speaker warnsGambia· 2026-05-27
Ousainu Darboe emphasized that the decision taken by Gambians in 2016 can be repeated to remove the Barrow administration through the ballot.
Militants tell Darboe rural Gambia is fixed-deposit for UDP 2026Gambia· 2025-12-18
Mr Ousainu Darboe, the leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP), stated that Mr Talib Bensouda has served the party with honor and distinction.
Mr Bensouda se retire de la course pour représenter le Parti Démocratique Uni (UDP), Mr Darboe appelle au respect et à la courtoisieGambia· 2025-09-09
Ousainu Darboe said that Bensouda’s resignation must be respected.
Bensouda bows out from UDP flagbearer race, Darboe calls for respectGambia· 2025-09-08
Ousainu Darboe has led the UDP since its inception in 1996 and has indicated his intention to run again for the nomination.
Talib Bensouda se lance dans la course pour l’investiture de l’UDPGambia· 2025-09-04
Ousainu Darboe has led the UDP since its establishment in 1996 and intends to contest for the flagbearer position once more.
Talib Bensouda enters race for UDP flagbearerGambia· 2025-09-02Ousainu Darboe addressed supporters at the UDP Diaspora Convention, emphasizing the need for honest leadership and people-centered policies.
Darboe outlines vision under UDP in ‘Gambia First Agenda’Gambia· 2025-08-08Ousainu Darboe is the Party Leader and Secretary General of the UDP.
UDP holds 2nd Diaspora Convention in Seattle ahead of 2026 electionsGambia· 2025-08-04
Ousainu Darboe is the Secretary General and Party Leader of the United Democratic Party (UDP) in Gambia.
Darboe pays tribute to founding fathers of AUGambia· 2025-05-27Ousainu Darboe, the secretary general and party leader, thanked the people of Kiang for their support of UDP.
UDP retains Massembeh Ward seat, party leader hails KiangGambia· 2025-02-24
