United Seychelles Picks Its Second-in-Command: Sebastien Pillay Joins Herminie Ticket for 2025 Showdown
In a move that signals strategy, stability—and perhaps a bit of nostalgia—United Seychelles (US) has officially unveiled Sebastien Pillay as its vice-presidential candidate for the fast-approaching 2025 general elections. He’ll be running shotgun to Dr. Patrick Herminie, the party’s presidential hopeful, as US gears up for what promises to be one of the most competitive elections in Seychellois history.
The announcement came during the party’s 38th annual conference at the International Conference Centre of Seychelles on Saturday, 21 June. The venue may have been familiar, but the political stakes? Anything but.
Pillay, a seasoned parliamentarian and former Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly, brings with him a reputation for fiery debate, party loyalty, and a no-nonsense approach to governance. The pairing with Herminie—US’s current party leader and a former Speaker of the National Assembly—is clearly meant to signal political experience, continuity, and readiness to govern from day one.
Party insiders say the choice was deliberate: “Sebastien Pillay represents discipline, intellect, and grassroots connection. Together with Dr. Herminie, they form a formidable team ready to bring US back into State House.”
Whether this duo has the momentum to disrupt the current power structure remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: United Seychelles isn’t coming to the 2025 election to play catch-up—they’re here to fight for the top. Let the games begin.
