Rascism: Crotone Mayor Honour Simy's Son

  Rascism: Crotone Mayor Honour Simy's Son By Sampson Adedeji Following the rascist abuse suffered by the Nigeria's Super Eagles and FC Crotone striker, Simmy Nwankwo, in the club last game, Mayor of Crotone Vincenzo Voce had awarded Simy's Son honorary citizenship, BSNSports.com.ng reports. The Nigeria international was a subject abuse in Crotone 2-3 home defeat to Bologna in the last Serie A match despite scoring the club second goal. Crotone loves you and gives a symbolic embrace,” declared the Mayor. “We are close to you and thank you, because by publicly denouncing this unacceptable incident, you set a very important example. we have to call people out, because only by realising the gravity of these acts can we combat intolerance, verbal and physical violence, and racism. “The entire community of Crotone embraces you and your son. He will grow up with real values, because he has a great Daddy by his side.” Simy received the certificate and thanked the locals for their support. “I feel that I am from Crotone, as I’ve been here for five years and feel the warmth of the people, so I thank everyone. “I wanted to call out what happened because we players must set the example. Many kids watch us and it’s important to send the right message," he said. Under Italian law, being born in Italy does not automatically guarantee Italian citizenship, whereas having a distant blood relative from Italy does allow for a passport.