The National Unity Party (NUP) and the Unite Party are reportedly mulling a political alliance ahead of the 2026 presidential election, The Standard has learnt from a source familiar with the discussions.
The reported talks could mark a significant development in the opposition political landscape as parties intensify consultations and explore possible partnerships before the election.
Following the information, spokesperson Kemo Bojang was contacted for confirmation. Although he did not confirm that an agreement had been reached with the NUP, he acknowledged that his party was holding discussions with a range of political stakeholders.
“We are in discussion with all political parties,” Bojang said, adding that consultations were continuing.
He also confirmed that the Unite Party was participating in discussions being facilitated by the Coalition Task Force as part of broader efforts to promote opposition cooperation.
However, when asked directly whether Unite had agreed to form an alliance with the NUP, Bojang declined to provide further details.
“I cannot comment on that,” he said.
Speculation about a possible agreement increased after NUP leader Lawyer Lamin J. Darbo disclosed that his party was preparing to make a major political announcement.
Darbo made the disclosure during an appearance on The Brunch with Lamin Cham on Kerr Fatou but did not reveal the subject of the expected announcement.
However, The Standard understands from its source that the planned announcement may be connected to a proposed alliance between the NUP and Unite.
Neither party has officially confirmed that a formal agreement has been concluded.
Nevertheless, the statements from both sides suggest that political consultations remain active as opposition parties assess possible alliances, electoral strategies and areas of cooperation ahead of the 2026 presidential election.
Any formal alliance between NUP and Unite could affect current opposition coalition talks and help build political support ahead of the elections.
