HIGH STAKES IN MOROCCO SHOWDOWN AS NIGERIAN BILLIONAIRE PUTS $500,000 ON THE LINE.(PHOTO).
High stakes in Morocco showdown as Nigerian billionaire puts $500,000 on the line. Nigerian billionaire Abdul Samad Rabiu has pledged significant cash bonuses to motivate the Super Eagles ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash against host nation Morocco. Rabiu, Chairman of BUA Group, announced a $500,000 reward for a victory, with an additional $50,000 promised for every goal scored in the match. The pledge was disclosed in a message posted on X following Nigeria’s 2–0 victory over Algeria in Marrakech, a win that secured the Super Eagles a place in the last four of the tournament. Rabiu further revealed that he would reward the team with $1 million if Nigeria goes on to win the AFCON title, alongside a bonus of $100,000 for each goal scored in the final. Nigeria, three-time AFCON champions, will take on Morocco on Wednesday, January 14, as the tournament enters its semi-final stage.
It was a day full of glamour and joy in Abeokuta,the Ogun State capital as the Governor of the state,Senator Ibikunle Amosun gave his first daughter,Miss Ayomide Amosun's hand out in marriage to Mr Oladipo Dabiri,the son of the Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammmadu Buhari on Foreign Affairs and Diaspora,Mrs Abike Dabiri Erewa.The wedding ceremony which attracted dignitaries from all walks of life had in attendance the acting President of Nigeria,Prof. Yemi Osinbajo,serving and former Governors,All Progressive Congress party leaders,members of the National and State Houses of Assemblies,Royal fathers as well as business moguls.The Chairman of the occasion,Hon. Justice Alpha Belgore ''said what is happening today is a testimony of the kindness and good character of the couple's parents'' praying that God will continue to protect the union and give them the wisdom to live in perfect harmony.Advising the couple,the former President of Nigeria,Chief Olusegun Obasanjo revealed that there would always be marriage frictions but he urged them to iron out any differences before the following morning through proper communication.Expressing his joy,the brides father and the Governor of Ogun State,Senator Ibikunle Amosun thanked all for honouring and sharing in his family's happiness urging the couple to imbibe tolerance,trust and the fear of be as the foundation of their marriage.Directing the cutting of the cake,the Acting President of Nigeria.Prof. Yemi Osinbajo prayed for the couple to enjoy great favour,love and affection in their marital life.Speaking with journalists,the grooms mother,Mrs Abike Dabiri Erewa enjoined the couple not to allow third party in the running of their home while she prayed for God's guidance for the couple.More photos below.










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