BUA Chair Rabiu honours $500k pledge to Super Eagles despite AFCON loss
BUA Group Chairperson Abdul Samad Rabiu has confirmed he will honour his $500,000 pledge to Nigeria's Super Eagles despite their semifinal exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The team lost 4-2 on penalties to host Morocco on Wednesday at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
Rabiu made the commitment in a statement on his official X handle, praising the players' courage and unity. He described their performance as worthy of national pride, emphasizing that results don't always reflect effort. The pledge was originally made following Nigeria's 2-0 quarter-final victory over Algeria.
The business magnate urged the players to remain focused, stating that lessons from the tournament will inspire future success. He reassured them that Nigeria believes in their potential despite the heartbreaking defeat.
Is this AFCON exit about squad depth and tactical adjustments needed before the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, or should we celebrate the team's resilience and unity as the foundation for future victories?