AFCON: Abdul Samad Rabiu pledges over $2m bonus to Super Eagles after Algeria win
Nigerian billionaire businessman and founder of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu
Abdullateef Fowewe
Nigerian billionaire businessman and founder of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has thrown his weight behind the Super Eagles following their emphatic triumph over Algeria in the AFCON quarter-finals on Saturday.
In a heartfelt social media post, Rabiu celebrated the team’s victory and announced massive incentives to fuel their semi-final push.
“Congratulations to our Super Eagles players on a brilliant victory against Algeria! 🇳🇬 You have lifted the spirit of the nation, and we proudly cheer you on as you prepare for the semi-finals,” Rabiu wrote.
He sweetened the deal with bold pledges, “To encourage you, I pledge USD $500,000 to the players upon winning the semi-final, with an additional USD $50,000 for every goal scored.”
Rabiu upped the ante for the final, promising “USD $1,000,000, plus USD $100,000 for each goal scored in the final.”
The gesture has ignited nationwide excitement, with fans hailing Rabiu’s patriotism.
“Wishing you continued success as you carry Nigeria forward. Keep making Nigeria proud. Proudly Nigerian 🇳🇬,” he concluded.
The Super Eagles now eye the semi-finals, buoyed by Rabiu’s support and a nation united in green-white-green fervour.
