By Ihechi Enyinnaya
Founder and Executive Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has praised the Super Eagles for their courage and commitment on the pitch, while confirming that his pledged $500,000 reward will be fulfilled despite the team’s recent defeat.
In a statement addressed to the national team, Rabiu commended the players for fighting with determination and heart, noting that although the desired result was not achieved, their performance made Nigerians proud. He emphasized that the team’s spirit, passion, and unity were more important than the final outcome.
“Sometimes, even our best efforts don’t bring the outcome we hope for, but the spirit, passion, and unity you displayed are what truly matter,” Rabiu said, adding that the players left everything on the field and deserved celebration.
As a token of appreciation for what he described as a remarkable journey, the BUA Group chairman confirmed that he would proceed with the $500,000 pledge, describing it as recognition of the team’s hard work, dedication, and the joy they brought to the nation.
Rabiu encouraged the Super Eagles to remain confident and draw strength from the experience and lessons gained, expressing optimism that the team would record greater successes in the future.
He concluded by reaffirming Nigeria’s pride in the national team and voicing strong belief in their ability to achieve future victories, declaring his message as one delivered “proudly Nigerian.”