The Federal Government of Nigeria has responded to the ongoing crisis involving the Super Eagles, who are facing travel challenges ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya. According to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, relief materials have been sent to the players as they await further assistance.
“I have been closely monitoring the situation involving the Super Eagles in Libya,” Minister Tuggar said in a statement on Monday. He added, “Through the Head of the Nigerian Mission in Tripoli, Amb. Stephen Anthony Awuru, the Mission has maintained contact with the NFF and Libyan authorities since last night.”
Despite efforts to reach the Super Eagles, the Libyan authorities have not authorized the Nigerian Mission’s trip to Bayda City, where the airport is located. In the interim, the Head of the Nigerian Community in Benghazi, Mr. Morris Eromosele, has arrived at the team’s location with essential supplies, including internet access.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) earlier reported that the team was left unattended at Al Abraq Airport after being diverted from their intended destination. The team had departed for Libya ahead of their AFCON qualifying match against the Mediterranean Knights at the Martyrs of Benina Stadium in Benghazi.
In a related development, Sports Minister John Enoh confirmed that he has escalated the situation to all relevant authorities in response to the ill-treatment faced by the Super Eagles.
