In a shocking turn of events, Nigeria's Super Eagles have been detained at Abraq Airport in Libya for over 12 hours, after their flight was diverted from its original destination in Benghazi. The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has reported that local authorities denied the team access to transportation and basic necessities, leaving them stranded under inhumane conditions.
Captain William Troost-Ekong condemned the situation, labeling it disgraceful and accusing Libyan officials of intentional sabotage. The team was expected to play a crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya, but the ongoing ordeal has prompted players to threaten a boycott of the match.
Libyan authorities have claimed the delay was due to orders from higher officials, raising concerns about a possible diplomatic rift between Nigeria and Libya. The Super Eagles' fate now hangs in the balance as they seek a resolution to this unprecedented crisis before their scheduled match on October 15.