Dr Mohammed Adamu Daggo, the chairman of Biohard Global Limited and Daggo Group, has rewarded his loyal and longest-serving employees with 15 brand-new cars, surprising them during the company's seventh anniversary celebration. The CEO shared a video of the vehicles, adorned with ribbons, on social media, revealing that the beneficiaries had no prior knowledge of the gifts.
CEO Explains Decision to Reward Integrity
In a Facebook post on June 29, Mohammed recounted the emotional moment, describing it as one of the most fulfilling experiences of his life as a CEO. He wrote, "Last week Saturday, as we celebrated 7 years of Daggo Group, history was made. Without telling a single person, we surprised our management team and some of our longest-serving, most loyal staff with 15 brand-new cars. To this day, I can still remember the look on their faces. The shock. The excitement. The tears. The hugs. For me, it wasn't just about giving out cars. It was one of the most fulfilling moments of my life as a CEO."
Mohammed also disclosed that the company had dismissed approximately five employees for betraying its trust. However, he emphasized that the actions of a few would not deter him from honoring those who remained faithful. He stated, "One person's betrayal should never rob hundreds of honest people of the reward they deserve. So instead of allowing disappointment to define our culture, we chose to celebrate integrity."
Netizens Hail CEO's Generosity
The CEO's gesture has drawn widespread praise on social media. Olufemi Sola commented, "Boss Mohammed Adamu Daggo, this is leadership at its highest level. The easiest thing would have been to let the disappointment change your plans, but choosing to reward the faithful instead is the mark of a true builder. This is how institutions are created, not just through profits, but through people, values, and legacy."
Adesanya Sunday Abiodun expressed admiration, saying, "Baba you wow my heart, lovely writeup, you are truly the most amazing human being, more success to Dango group, baba you deserve the best, congratulations boss." Muhammed Yahaya added, "Your leadership qualities is incomparable, continue be a good person that you are, your rewards comes from God alone. May He continue to guard, protect, expand and elevate you beyond your expectations. Thank you Dr."
Udochukwu Chikwendu noted, "You have demonstrated great capacity as a leader. Congratulations and more wins to the Daggo Group." Ejiks Online Store remarked, "Congratulations on your 7 years anniversary. Such a great feat in 7 years, you are an inspiration to many of us business owners. Keep winning sir."
Previous Acts of Generosity by Nigerian Bosses
In a related story, Legit.ng reported that a Nigerian boss had bought a car for his female employee. Additionally, a social activist, Cyprian Nichodemus Mgbebu, shared on Facebook that another Nigerian boss gifted his employees five new cars during a gathering with staff, family, and loved ones. Cyprian listed the names of the five beneficiaries and encouraged people to call and congratulate them.
