Moro Indigenes Decry Marginalization in Kwara and Federal Appointments
Indigenes of Moro Local Government Area have raised serious concerns over what they describe as continued marginalization in both state and federal appointments, despite their substantial contributions to the socio-economic development of Kwara State.
In a strongly worded open letter addressed to Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State , the group lamented what they termed systemic exclusion of Moro people from key political and administrative positions, including the Head of Service and the Chief of Staff.
The letter, signed by Hon. Mustapha Kabir FCNA, popularly known as Waziri Malete, emphasized that the demand is not politically motivated but rooted in a quest for equity and fair representation.
“It is disheartening that the position of Head of Service, once held by a distinguished daughter of Moro, the late Mrs. Dupe, appears lost to us due to civil service seniority. We strongly advocate that the office of Chief of Staff be rightfully allotted to a qualified son or daughter of Moro,” the letter read.
The group also called on the Governor to support the nomination of a Moro indigene for the next ministerial appointment, citing the absence of any such representation despite the area’s eligibility and prior contributions.
They further criticized what they described as deliberate exclusion in board appointments, particularly within the Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (HYPPADEC), a federal agency where they claim Moro has been unjustly overlooked.
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“Moro is the reason Kwara qualifies as a HYPPADEC beneficiary, yet we have no representation in the governing council or as directors. Even after the resignation of our brother, Engr. Taoheed, no replacement was made from our community,” the letter stated.
The statement also highlighted the deteriorating state of education in Moro, noting that once-prestigious institutions such as Government Secondary School Malete and Jebba Secondary School are now in a state of disrepair.
“Science laboratories are overtaken by trees. Physics, chemistry, and biology labs lack the necessary equipment for practical learning. This is unacceptable for a region with such rich academic history,” the group added, urging the State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Olorunogbebe, to prioritize the rehabilitation of these schools.
Moro leaders also expressed disappointment over their lack of representation during the Governor’s recent trip to the Humurah Hajj, an event they said featured key stakeholders from other parts of the state.
They further decried the neglect of their mineral-rich lands, pointing out that ongoing mining operations have failed to benefit the local community, with no visible economic or infrastructural impact on the people.
“Moro lacks adequate representation in the federal civil service, military, and paramilitary institutions. We can no longer accept this state of neglect. Justice, fairness, and equity must begin at home,” the letter concluded.
The appeal ends with a rallying call to all sons and daughters of Moro to amplify the message and demand accountability from those in power.
By PRNigeria
