Wilson Dabuo, popularly known as Willybob, has formally declared his intention to contest for a leadership position in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Nandom Constituency, pledging to restore party unity, strengthen grassroots structures and revive the area's educational excellence.

In a declaration of intent, Dabuo, an indigene of Zimuopare, one of the founding communities of Nandom, said his decision to contest was driven not by personal ambition but by a sense of duty to the Danquah-Busia-Dombo tradition and the need to strengthen the party's presence across the constituency.

He believes his years of service to the NPP, coupled with his experience in party organisation, communication and local governance, have prepared him to provide responsible leadership and representation.

Dabuo traced his political involvement in the NPP to 2000, when he began serving in various capacities within the party, including Youth Wing Organising Secretary, Lead Speaker and Zonal Secretary.

His political experience also includes serving as Assembly Member for Nandom East from 2006 to 2010 and as a member of the NPP National Communication Team between 2014 and 2021.

In 2017, he was among two candidates shortlisted for appointment as Municipal Chief Executive of the Nandom Municipal Assembly. He has also contributed to the party through research and disciplinary assignments.

Outlining his vision for the constituency, Mr Dabuo identified party unity, educational development and grassroots organisation as the three key pillars that would guide his proposed leadership.

On party unity, he called for efforts to restore the dignity of founding members, reconcile aggrieved members and reintegrate those who may have become disconnected from the party.

He maintained that a united party must be built on fairness, mutual respect and a genuine sense of belonging, stressing the importance of bringing all members together to advance the collective interest of the NPP in Nandom.

On education, Dabuo expressed concern about the need to restore Nandom's reputation for academic excellence, proposing improved educational infrastructure, stronger support for teachers, scholarship opportunities and mentorship programmes for students.

He believes sustained investment in education, alongside guidance and support for young people, would help create opportunities and secure a brighter future for the constituency.

Touching on party organisation, he proposed a comprehensive rebuilding of the NPP from the polling station level, with particular attention to strengthening the Youth Wing, Women's Wing and Tertiary Students Confederacy (TESCON).

He also emphasised the need for consistent engagement with party members and residents in every community, arguing that effective political organisation requires leaders to remain accessible and connected to the grassroots.

Dabuo said he was offering his experience, commitment to accountability and record of service to the party, expressing confidence that his proposed agenda would help strengthen the NPP and improve its fortunes in the constituency.

His declaration is anchored on the message: “Nandom First. Party Unity. Responsible Representation,” which he says captures his commitment to placing the interests of the constituency and the collective good of the party above personal considerations.