The Confederation of African Football (CAF), has formally requested an explanation from the Libya Football Federation (LFF) regarding the events that led to the cancellation of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Group D qualifier against Nigeria.
Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has dismissed claims that it apologized to Libya over the Super Eagles hostage situation at the Al Abraq Airport.
Nigeria’s decision to withdraw from the second-leg Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya has stirred controversy and sparked discussions across the Continent.
Super Eagles Team Coordinator, Patrick Pascal has expressed his frustration over the team’s ordeal in Libya, where they were stranded for over 18 hours without basic amenities including food, accommodation, or internet.
The Tunisian pilot who flew the Super Eagles of Nigeria to Libya has provided a detailed account of the incident that led to the team being stranded at Al Abraq Airport instead of their intended destination, Benghazi.
Super Eagles interim coach, Augustine Eguavoen humorously thanked the Libyan Authorities for releasing them after the team endured a challenging experience, stranded for over 18 hours at Al-Abraq International Airport.
Super Eagles and Nantes forward, Moses Simon has called on the Confederation of African Football to take immediate action following the team’s harrowing experience in Libya.
