The Federal Government says it’s currently in touch with the Nigerian Mission in Libya concerning the state of the Super Eagles.
Following Libya’s 1-0 loss to Nigeria in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Friday, both teams were expected to face off again in Benina, their fourth Group D match.
The team had departed for Libya on Sunday afternoon, but according to reports from the camp of NFF, an hour to landing at Benghazi, their destination, the Nigerian aircraft was diverted to Al Abraq, a city which is more than two hours drive from Benghazi.
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This left players and officials stranded without any assistance from the Libyan Football Federation, which failed to provide transportation.
Weighing in on development on Monday, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, in a post via X, said efforts are being made to rescue the situation.
He wrote: “I have been closely monitoring the situation involving the Super Eagles in Libya.
“Through the Head of Nigerian Mission in Tripoli, Libya, Amb. Stephen Anthony Awuru, the Mission has maintained contact with the NFF, and the Libyan authorities since last night. Despite efforts, Libyan authorities have not yet authorized the Nigerian Mission’s trip to Bayda City, where the airport is located.
“In the meantime, the Head of the Nigerian Community in Benghazi, Mr. Morris Eromosele, arrived at the location at 6 am this morning with necessary supplies and internet access. We will continue to follow developments and await a report for further action.”
