The Federal Government has said it is in touch with the Nigerian Mission in Libya in the wake of the unexpected diversion of the Super Eagles’ flight.
DAILY POST recalls that the Super Eagles team was en route to Benghazi for the second leg of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya, scheduled for Tuesday.
The flight, however, was diverted mid-air to Al Abraq, a small airport primarily used for hajj operations, leaving the team stranded without any immediate assistance.
The Libyan Football Federation has so far failed to provide transportation for the team, exacerbating the situation.
Reacting to the incident, the Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Tuggar took to his X handle on Monday to address the issue, assuring the public that efforts are being made to resolve the situation and assist the team.
The minister said that the Nigerian contingent was given internet access and essential supplies by early Monday morning, around 6 a.m.
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