The Asholio people, also known as Moro’a, an indigenous group from Kaduna State in northwest Nigeria, recently marked the second edition of their Cultural Day and 2024 Thanksgiving celebration in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital. The event showcased the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Asholio community.
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The occasion was held to celebrate the rich and diverse cultural values of the Asholio people, serving as a powerful reminder of the unity, peace, and progress these values promote.
Mr. Kaboshio Dauda, Chairman of the Asholio Moro’a Development Association, Abuja Branch, urged the community to unite and recognize the importance of promoting solidarity among them.
Mr. Dauda said “we are not merely marking a cultural tradition—we are also recognizing the significance of what it means to be part of something greater than ourselves—a community united by shared values and a common purpose.”
He also said that the event “holds a deeper meaning, as we celebrate not just the beauty of our culture but the strength and resilience of our people.”
He noted that “As we reflect on the value of unity, we see that it is more than just a word—it is the foundation upon which we build everything else.”
He reiterated that “Unity brings us together in times of joy and sorrow, in moments of triumph and in times of challenge. It is through our culture and our unity that we find our identity and strength.”
Dr. Joshua Laah, the National President of the Moro’a Development Association, urged the Asholio people to remain united and praised the sons and daughters of the Asholio nation for their contributions.
He encouraged them to invest in human capital development and commended the Asholio people for their resilience.
Mr. Thaddeus Ibrahim, Chairman of the occasion, praised the Asholio as a great and resilient people worldwide, highlighting that the indigenous people of Kaduna State in northwest Nigeria are diligent in all their endeavors.
The Asholio people also honored their distinguished sons and daughters, including Mrs. Matilda Musa, Acting Executive Secretary of the National Merit Award, and Mr. Ben Shemang, former Director of News at Voice of Nigeria (VON), among others.
Other speakers encouraged the Asholio people and all indigenous people of Kaduna State to continue being good ambassadors wherever they are, despite any challenges they may face.
Oluchi Okwuego
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