Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has expressed gratitude to LEADERSHIP Newspapers for selecting him as the Person of the Year 2026. This prestigious award is a testament to Rabiu's significant contributions to Nigeria's economic growth and development. The award ceremony is scheduled to take place on December 1 in Abuja, where Rabiu will be honored alongside other notable individuals.
Rabiu's selection as Person of the Year 2026 was based on his outstanding contributions to the Nigerian economy through his business activities and investments. As the Chairman of BUA Group, one of Nigeria's major industrial conglomerates, Rabiu has played a crucial role in driving industrial growth, investment, and job creation. His efforts have had a positive impact on the country's economy, and this award is a recognition of his hard work and dedication.
Rabiu recently received the nomination letter from the Vice Chairman of LEADERSHIP Group, Mike Okpere, and the Director of Conferences, Abraham Nda Isaiah, in Lagos. During the presentation, Rabiu expressed his gratitude and mentioned that he had rescheduled a planned trip to China to attend the award ceremony. This demonstrates the importance he places on this recognition and his willingness to make time for it despite his busy schedule.
The 2026 LEADERSHIP Awards ceremony will be held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja on December 1. This annual event, organised by LEADERSHIP Group Limited, aims to recognise Nigerians who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and made significant contributions to their respective fields. The ceremony will bring together notable individuals from various sectors to celebrate excellence and outstanding achievements.
Rabiu's award is a testament to his commitment to driving economic growth and development in Nigeria. As a prominent businessman and industrialist, he has made significant investments across key sectors of the economy, creating jobs and stimulating economic activity. This recognition by LEADERSHIP Newspapers is a well-deserved honor for his tireless efforts to contribute to Nigeria's growth and development.
The selection process for the Person of the Year 2026 award involved a 54-member awards nomination panel that deliberated on the 2026 awards and unanimously selected Rabiu for his outstanding contributions. The panel closely monitored his contributions to the Nigerian economy, highlighting his role in driving industrial growth, investment, and job creation through BUA Group.
Rabiu's Person of the Year 2026 award is a notable recognition of his achievements, and he will be sharing the honor with Nduka Obaigbena, the founder of Arise TV, who also won the award. The ceremony on December 1 will be an opportunity for Rabiu to receive his award in person and celebrate this achievement with other notable individuals.
Key points
- - BUA Group Chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has been selected as the Person of the Year 2026 by LEADERSHIP Newspapers. - Rabiu was recognized for his significant contributions to Nigeria's economic growth and development through his business activities and investments. - The 2026 LEADERSHIP Awards ceremony will take place on December 1 at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja.
