New York Mayoral candidate promises Nigerians a space in his govt
A leading New York City Mayoral candidate, Eric Adams has assured the Nigerian community of a place in his government if elected the mayor in November.
A leading New York City Mayoral candidate, Eric Adams has assured the Nigerian community of a place in his government if elected the mayor in November.
He made the statement while speaking in an interview on the sidelines of a debate convened by The Nigerian Forum with the News Agency of Nigeria in New York;
Moreso, the forum is a coalition of the Organisation for the Advancement of Nigerians and the Nigerian-Americans Public Affairs Committee, a political action committee.
“You are going to see yourselves in my government. It is time to tear down those barriers and walls that prevent you from being decision-makers.
“We’re going to empower your non-profits so that outsiders wouldn’t come in your communities and deliver services.
“You know what your communities need. I’m going to empower you with resources so that you can provide the services that are needed.
“No more are we going to allow others to build up our community. This is our opportunity.’’
According to him, he knows exactly how it feels to be a Nigerian or an African living in the diaspora especially U. S.
“To my brothers and sisters from the Nigerian community, this is an important moment for you.
“You have to ask yourselves, people are now coming to you to support them but where were they when it was time to deal with serious issues in this community?
“I don’t have to introduce myself to you. I’m just saying hello to good friends. I know what it is to be in Lagos helping young people learning the skillsets and opportunities.
“I know what it is to be on the continent of Africa.
“This is an opportunity for one of your own to become the mayor of the city of New York.
