October 14, 2024
Adesakin Adefemi
The Nigerian Super Eagles football team faced a harrowing experience in Libya, where they were stranded for 16 hours at Al Abraq International Airport.
According to reports, the team’s travel plans were disrupted by the Libyan government, leaving them without transportation or clear instructions on how to proceed.
Striker Victor Boniface took to social media to express his frustration, sharing a video of a bus driver who eventually arrived to convey the team to their destination.
“See this dragon carry bus come after 16 hours,” Boniface captioned the video.
The team’s ordeal sparked widespread concern among Nigerian football fans and officials, with many taking to social media to express their outrage.
In response to the situation, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, confirmed that his office was closely monitoring the situation.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) also announced plans to evacuate the team from Libya, citing concerns over the players’ safety and well-being.
The incident has raised questions about the organization and logistics of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match, scheduled to take place in Libya.
The Super Eagles’ experience serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by African teams competing in international tournaments, highlighting the need for improved organization and player safety protocols.
