Nigerian billionaire and BUA Group chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has promised mouth-watering incentives for the Super Eagles following their 2-0 victory over Algeria in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals.
Rabiu pledged $500,000 to the players if they win the semi-final match against Morocco, with an additional $50,000 for every goal scored in that match.
Should the team go on to win the final, Rabiu has promised a whopping $1,000,000, plus $100,000 for each goal scored in the championship decider.
“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.
As the Super Eagles will face host nation Morocco in the semi-final on January 14, 2026, at 9:00 p.m. at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Rabiu’s pledge has been met with widespread enthusiasm from football fans, who see it as a major morale boost for the team.
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Meanwhile, Victor Osimhen has expressed delight after helping Nigeria defeat Algeria 2–0 to reach the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Osimhen scored the opening goal and provided an assist, earning Man-of-the-Match honours in a commanding Super Eagles performance.
“I am happy to help the team. This victory is about collective effort, not individual performance,” Osimhen said after the match.
The striker’s powerful header, his fourth goal of the tournament, brough more confidence for the team early in the second half.
“We stayed patient and focused. When the chance came, we took it, and that made the difference,” he said.
Osimhen said his growing influence was shaped by lessons from previous AFCON experiences.
“It’s not just about goals. It’s about how you help the team control and win games,” he added.
The Napoli forward now has 35 international goals, just two shy of Rashidi Yekini’s record, but insisted milestones were not his focus.
“I’m not chasing records. Rashidi Yekini remains the greatest striker Nigeria has produced,” Osimhen said.
He also credited former striker Odion Ighalo for inspiring his national team journey.
“I want to win something important for my country with my teammates. That is what truly matters,” he added.
Osimhen said attention would now shift to the semi-final clash against hosts Morocco on Wednesday.
“Morocco will be tough at home, but we believe in ourselves and will be ready,” he said.
NAN reports that the Super Eagles will face the Atlas Lions at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, on Wednesday as they chase a place in the AFCON final.
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