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Abdul Samad Rabiu

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Abdul Samad Rabiu is chairman of BUA Foods and the founder and executive chairman of BUA Group. He established the group in 1988, building a business with interests in food, manufacturing and infrastructure. His career combines the development of industrial businesses with experience in the banking sector. He chaired Tropical Continental Bank from 1993 to 2000 and also served as chairman of the Bank of Industry.

Rabiu studied economics at Capital University in Columbus, Ohio. His philanthropic activities operate through the BUA Foundation and the Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative, with work spanning education, healthcare, water and sanitation, and sport. He has received the Nigerian national honours of Commander of the Federal Republic and Commander of the Order of the Niger. His record brings together industrial investment, financial-sector leadership and social development.

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Manufacturing And Industry
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Nigeria

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