Abdul Samad Rabiu Fulfils $500,000 Promise to Super Eagles
The Chairman of BUA Group, billionaire industrialist Abdul Samad Rabiu, has gone ahead to fulfil his pledged reward of $500,000 to the Super Eagles of Nigeria, reinforcing his commitment to the development of sports and national pride even though the super eagles lost to Morocco on penalties yesterday
The gesture follows the Super Eagles’ impressive performance on the international stage, where their resilience, teamwork, and fighting spirit captured the hearts of millions of Nigerians at home and in the diaspora. Rabiu had earlier promised the cash reward as motivation and recognition for the team’s dedication and achievement, a promise he has now honoured.
The fulfilment of the pledge has been widely praised across the country, with fans and sports stakeholders describing it as a timely boost for the players and a strong signal of private-sector support for Nigerian football. Many see the move as a reminder of the important role corporate leaders can play in uplifting sports and inspiring young talents.
Abdul Samad Rabiu, one of Africa’s leading business figures, has a long record of philanthropy spanning education, healthcare, and social development through the BUA Foundation. His support for the Super Eagles adds sports to the list of sectors benefiting from his commitment to national development.
Members of the Super Eagles and officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have expressed appreciation for the gesture, noting that such support not only rewards past efforts but also motivates the team to aim higher in future competitions.
As celebrations continue, Nigerians hope the Super Eagles will build on this momentum, while more corporate organizations are encouraged to support sports as a unifying force and a platform for projecting Nigeria’s image globally.
