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By Seyi Babalola
Despite Nigeria’s semi-final loss to Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Abdul Samad Rabiu, chairman of BUA Group, has stated that he will still donate $500,000 to the Super Eagles.
Nigeria fell 4-2 on penalties to Morocco on Wednesday, missing out on the continental competition’s final.
After 120 minutes, the match remained goalless, and Nigeria lost in the shootouts due to penalty misses by Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi.
Before the match, Rabiu had promised to donate $500,000 to the Eagles if they defeated Morocco, and that every goal scored would attract an additional $50,000 for the team.
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In a post on X after the match, the business tycoon said he would still fulfil the pledge, even though the Eagles failed to achieve the objective.
He described the money as a “token of appreciation” and “in recognition of your hard work, dedication, and the joy you have brought to our nation”.
“You fought with your hearts, gave your all, and showed true courage and determination on the pitch,” Rabiu said.
“Though it wasn’t meant to be this time, you have made every Nigerian proud. 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. You left everything on the field, and that is worthy of celebration.”
Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Egypt in the third-place match for bronze on Saturday.
