{"id":3281,"date":"2026-01-15T06:36:59","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T06:36:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ikorofmnews.com\/?p=3281"},"modified":"2026-01-15T06:36:59","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T06:36:59","slug":"bua-chairman-abdul-samad-rabiu-commends-super-eagles-confirms-500000-pledge-despite-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ikorofmnews.com\/?p=3281","title":{"rendered":"BUA Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu Commends Super Eagles, Confirms $500,000 Pledge Despite Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>BUA Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu Commends Super Eagles, Confirms $500,000 Pledge Despite Loss<\/p>\n<p>The Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has praised the Super Eagles for their courage, determination, and fighting spirit, assuring them of the nation\u2019s pride despite their recent setback on the international stage.<\/p>\n<p>In a goodwill message dated January 14, 2026, Rabiu noted that the national team gave their all on the pitch and demonstrated passion, unity, and 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