Amb. Sadiq Osude Saleh Nominated for Prestigious 8th Burj CEO Award – Leading the Future, Innovation in Action
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Amb. Sadiq Osude Saleh Nominated for Prestigious 8th Burj CEO Award – Leading the Future, Innovation in Action
Dubai, UAE – October 12, 2025: Ambassador Sadiq Osude Saleh, President of the SOS Foundation and CEO of Slim Transit Dubai, has been nominated for the 8th Burj CEO Awards under the theme “Leading the Future: Innovation in Action.” This prestigious global recognition – often dubbed the “Oscars of the Business World” – celebrates exceptional CEOs, business leaders, innovators, and changemakers who are shaping the future of industries and societies. The 8th Burj CEO Awards ceremony will take place on 24 November 2025 at Dubai’s Habtoor Palace, bringing together visionary leaders from around the world.
Global Recognition for Visionary Leadership
Saleh’s nomination to this international honor underscores his reputation as a visionary leader and innovator. As an entrepreneur and philanthropist, he has gained acclaim for bridging global business innovation with grassroots development. He serves as President of the SOS Foundation and as CEO of Slim Transit (Dubai) and FAI Oil & Gas Global Resources– roles through which he champions international partnerships and diaspora engagement in development. In September 2025, Saleh presented a bold economic roadmap for his home state of Nasarawa at a high-profile investment forum in Dubai, addressing investors from over 20 countries. “Nasarawa is not a blank space on the map; it is a frontier waiting to be explored,” Saleh declared at the forum, emphasizing collaborative growth. He urged global partners to join him in turning Nasarawa into a hub of industrial excellence and innovation, stating, “What we need now is visionary partnership and patient capital to unlock [the opportunities]”This globally-minded approach to leadership – connecting Africa’s potential with world investors – exemplifies the innovation in action that the Burj CEO Awards seek to honor.
Empowering Nasarawa Through Innovation and Action
At home in Nigeria, Amb. Sadiq Osude Saleh’s impact on communities in Nasarawa State has been transformative. Since 2015, his SOS Foundation has directly benefited over 60,000 people across all 13 local government areas of Nasarawa, through programs that tackle water scarcity, education, and unemployment. The foundation has provided clean water by drilling 60 boreholes in underserved communities and offered vocational training to 6,000 youths, equipping them with skills for self-reliance. It has also awarded scholarships to 1,200 students to further their education. These initiatives address key development challenges and have measurably improved quality of life – from reducing waterborne diseases to improving literacy and job opportunities. Currently, over 3,000 Nasarawa citizens are being empowered through new foundation programs in entrepreneurship and public service training, reflecting Saleh’s ongoing commitment to lift others.
“My journey into wealth has taught me a fundamental truth: individual success is hollow without community progress. My prosperity is only meaningful if it can be a tool to uplift others,” Saleh often says]. “This nomination is a testament to the power of that philosophy. It’s not just about me –it’s about what we can achieve when innovation meets compassion. Together, we are empowering our people for a brighter future.”
Saleh’s SOS Foundation exemplifies “Innovation in Action” by leveraging creative solutions for development – from solar-powered boreholes to tech-driven skills training – and it is one of the key reasons he has been tapped for the Burj CEO Awards. The foundation’s work not only earned him local praise but also laid the groundwork for his broader leadership aspirations. By empowering thousands at the grassroots, he has demonstrated how entrepreneurial leadership can directly translate into social impact, aligning perfectly with the ethos of the Burj CEO Awards.
From Entrepreneur to Nasarawa’s 2027 Hopeful Leader
Beyond his foundation, Amb. Sadiq Osude Saleh is a prominent entrepreneur in the oil and gas industry and a leading figure in the African diaspora mission. As the head of FAI Oil & Gas Global Resources, he has championed responsible energy investments, and through Slim Transit in Dubai, he facilitates trade and transport links between Africa and the Middle East. This blend of global business acumen and heartfelt public service has made Saleh a standout figure. It’s no surprise that he has emerged as a major force in the 2027 Nasarawa State governorship election, with many seeing him as the best choice for the people of Nasarawa seeking progressive leadership.
Saleh, a native of Keana LGA in Nasarawa, announced his intention to contest the 2027 gubernatorial race, pointing to his track record of humanitarian and development work as a qualification for public office. He has pledged to run an administration anchored on integrity, inclusive governance, and sustainable development – the same values evident in his foundation’s projects. His campaign slogan, “Service Today, Progress Tomorrow,” captures his ethos of delivering immediate community services as a path to long-term progress. Indeed, “his philanthropic efforts… have now laid the groundwork for his political aspirations,” noted one media statement on his candidacy. If elected, Saleh plans to scale up his grassroots initiatives across the state, from building more schools and healthcare centers to expanding economic opportunities for youth and women.
The global recognition of the Burj CEO Awards nomination comes at a pivotal moment in Saleh’s journey. It reinforces his credibility as a leader who can fuse innovation with public service, and it energizes his supporters at home. As Nasarawa State looks toward 2027, Amb. Sadiq Osude Saleh’s combination of international experience and proven community impact stands out. His story – from empowering local farmers and students to inspiring investors in Dubai’s boardrooms –showcases the kind of forward-thinking leadership that resonates with both the award’s judges and the electorate. This press release celebrates not only his nomination for a global CEO award, but also the inspiring possibility of a new chapter of innovative, people-centered governance in Nasarawa State.
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