The Libyan Football Federation don clear wetin cause the Nigerian Super Eagles’ long delay for Al Abraq International Airport, say na normal air traffic and logistics wahala, no be say dem dey play foul.
For statement wey dem release on Monday via X, the LFF talk say the Nigerian team flight wey divert no be hostile act. “We firmly reject any claims that suggest foul play or sabotage in this situation,” the LFF talk.
Dem also remind say just last week, the Libyan national team face their own wahala when dem land for Nigeria for Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. “We firmly reject any claims that suggest foul play or sabotage in this situation. It is important to highlight that just last week, our own national team faced significant challenges upon our arrival in Nigeria for the third match of the Africa Cup of Nations qualification.
“Despite the difficulties we encountered, we did not make public accusations nor question the integrity of the Nigerian authorities,” di statement add.
According to the LFF, the Nigerian delegation flight wey carry dem go Al Abraq International Airport instead of Benghazi, na because of air traffic control protocols and security checks wey dey happen for international travel. “These are standard procedures at airports worldwide, and delays or rerouting, though unfortunate, are not uncommon,” di federation talk.
Di statement emphasize say the LFF get respect for Nigeria and no wan create wahala for di Super Eagles wey don dey stranded for di airport for over 15 hours. Dem express concern for di situation but talk say na normal logistics wahala.
Dem also talk say Libya dey hospitable to visiting teams, say, “We have always prioritised treating all visiting teams, including our African brothers and other international delegations, with the respect and dignity they deserve.”
Di Libyan FA don urge say make dem resolve di matter through mutual understanding, and dem highlight football role for bringing unity. “Hosting these events is a great honour for us, and we strive to ensure that all teams feel safe and respected as our guests.
“Our doors are open to our Nigerian brothers and all African teams, and we continue to promote the spirit of unity, sportsmanship, and friendship in the world of football,” di statement talk.
Meanwhile, di Nigeria Football Federation don make formal complaint to di Confederation of African Football over di incident, and dem get plans to return di Super Eagles back home.
