Abdul Samad Rabiu

Abdul Samad Rabiu's net worth surged by 120 percent to $11.2 billion, making him Africa's biggest wealth gainer in the 2026 Forbes ranking. This rise propelled him to third position among Africa's wealthiest individuals, largely due to the strong performance of BUA Group===BUA Cement.

As the Founder and Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu hosted Tony Elumelu to deepen the partnership with United Bank for Africa. He emphasized the shared vision for Nigeria's economic trajectory and highlighted BUA Group===BUA Foods' strong performance in 2025.

Abdul Samad Rabiu, as Chairman of BUA Group, is a key advocate for Africa's shift from raw material extraction to industrial processing. His insights from BUA Group's success in cement production highlight the potential for economic transformation and value addition across the continent.

Abdul Samad Rabiu, Chairman of BUA Group, was commended by President Bola Tinubu for his continued investments in various sectors of the Nigerian economy. His leadership in securing the MoU with AD Ports Group and MAIR Group demonstrates the global competitiveness of Nigerian companies.

Abdul Samad Rabiu, as Founder and Chairman of BUA Group, described the MoU as a milestone in BUA Group's international expansion and a strategic food corridor anchored on shared economic ambition.