A Nigerian descent, Victoria Oluboyo, was on Monday elected as the first Black African city councillor in Parma, Italy.
Olufemi Iyanda, who is a Nigerian in diaspora made this known in a post on his Facebook page, saying that some years ago, when Nigerian names are mentioned, especially in Parma city, they were usually connected with prostitution and drug selling.
She said:“Some years ago, when Nigerian names are mentioned, especially in Parma city, they are usually connected with prostitution and drug selling.
However with serious and concerted efforts by the Nigerian community, to which Victoria is a member, the narrative was changed.”
“First, Nigerian missionaries headed by Apostle and Bishop (Mrs.) Adenitire are the first to get involved in rehabilitation and resettlement of trafficked and prostitution victims, through their charity organisation, Festival of Praise and Care, in collaboration with the Parma municipality.”
“We equally raised awareness and encouraged Nigerians in voluntary association and community development initiatives that today have placed Nigerians in enviable positions, not only in Parma but across the region.”
