Nigeria’s Super Eagles have received an extraordinary boost of motivation ahead of their 2026 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash against Morocco, thanks to a generous pledge from Nigerian business magnate Abdul Samad Rabiu.
The billionaire entrepreneur announced on social media that he will reward the players with $500,000 if they win the semi-final, with an additional $50,000 for every goal scored in the match.
Rabiu didn’t stop there. Should the Super Eagles go on to lift the trophy in the final, he promises $1,000,000, plus $100,000 for every goal scored in the decisive match.
His announcement comes on the heels of Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Algeria on Saturday, January 10, 2026, a win that saw goals from Victor Osimhen and Adams Akor send the Eagles into the semi-finals with confidence high.
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In his tweet, Rabiu said:
“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. 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.
“Should you go on to win the final, I further pledge USD $1,000,000, plus USD $100,000 for each goal scored in the final. Wishing you continued success as you carry Nigeria forward. Keep making Nigeria proud. Proudly Nigerian.”
The Eagles will face the host nation, Morocco, for a place in the final on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
– 10.JAN.2026 –
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.
To encourage you, I pledge USD $500,000 to the players upon winning… pic.twitter.com/QEHiiXO8vL
— Abdul Samad Rabiu CFR, CON (@asr_rabiu) January 10, 2026
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