MIRIAM NNOLI 
The Federal Government through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday said it’s currently in touch with the Super Eagles.
The Nigerian Football team, who were billed to land in Benghazi for the second leg of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya, scheduled for Tuesday, was unexpectedly diverted mid-flight to Al Abraq.
Reacting to the development, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, revealed via his X handle, that he’s making efforts to rescue the situation.
He added that early Monday morning at exactly 6 am, the Nigerian contingent was provided with internet access and necessary supplies.
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Tuggar wrote, “I have been closely monitoring the situation involving the Super Eagles in Libya. Through the Head of the 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 authorised 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.”
The situation has drawn nationwide criticism, with some Nigerians calling for the immediate withdrawal of the Super Eagles back to Nigeria, while some others condemned the late response of the Confederation of African Football to address the matter.
