Debo is married to locally born retired fire officer John Sellis, her family has four children and four grandchildren, and she has a wealth of experience in local government. Debo is the current County Councillor for Tavistock, serving as Vice Chairman of the Health & Wellbeing Overview & Scrutiny Committee for the past six years. In her capacity as the current Borough Councillor for Walkham, she is also Chairman of the West Devon Borough Council Audit Committee.

A member and strong supporter of many local community groups, Debo co-founded Tidy Tavy with two local ladies, and is involved in world heritage, the Tamar Valley, the rail working party, and other diverse causes. Debo is honoured to stand in the newly created South East Ward with fellow councillor Robert Oxborough, and looks forward to serving her community for another four years, as a Borough Councillor for Tavistock.