“Deeply Grateful For The Special Bond” — Billionaire Abdul Samad Rabiu Showers Babangida With Best Wishes At 85
Billionaire industrialist and Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has extended warm wishes to former Military President, General Ibrahim Babangida, on his 85th birthday.
In a heartfelt message issued on Monday, August 17, 2026, Rabiu described the former Nigerian leader—born August 17, 1941—as an exceptional statesman and a cherished father figure.
“I remain deeply grateful for the special bond you have shared with me and our family over the years,” Rabiu said. “Your enduring affection has meant a great deal to me,” he highlighted the deep, enduring relationship between Babangida and the Rabiu family.
The BUA Chairman concluded his message with prayers for the elder statesman, asking Almighty Allah to grant him continued good health, peace, happiness, and long life.
The full birthday message reads:
Today, I join family, friends, associates, and well-wishers in celebrating an exceptional statesman, leader, and father figure, His Excellency, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, on the occasion of his birthday.
Your Excellency, your life has been defined by remarkable service, wisdom, courage, and dedication to our nation. Your enduring contributions to national development, as well as your generosity and commitment to uplifting others, have earned you widespread respect and admiration.
On a personal note, I remain deeply grateful for the special bond you have shared with me and our family over the years. Your enduring affection over the years has meant a great deal to me, and I remain sincerely grateful for it.
As you celebrate another year, I pray that Allah grants you continued good health, peace, happiness, and long life. May He bless you with many more years of fulfillment, divine favor, and the love of family and friends.
Happy Birthday, Your Excellency. Wishing you abundant blessings and many more years of grace and good health.
With profound respect and best wishes
Abdul Samad Rabiu, CFR, CON
