Stanley Nwabali and Victor Osimhen, two prominent Nigerian football players, have voiced their profound dissatisfaction with the way the Super Eagles were treated at Libya’s Al Abraq International Airport.
In a post on Monday, Osimhen expressed his annoyance at the lack of professionalism in the national team’s management, calling the situation “inhumane.”
“The unjust treatment my brothers and coaches had at the Libyan airport last night disappoints me. Such behavior is contrary to the spirit of sportsmanship. My team has my backing, and I have faith that they will persevere in the face of these challenges,” Osimhen stated.
He called for prompt action from the Confederation of African Football.
“I call on CAF and other football bodies to intervene, as my teammates and officials are still stranded at the airport in Libya. This is uncalled for and inhumane. We stand together, stronger than ever.”
Echoing Osimhen’s worries, Nwabali resorted to social media to voice his disgust at the circumstances the team was subjected to while traveling.
The Super Eagles had been stuck at an abandoned airport for more than 14 hours without food, water, or internet, he disclosed in a post on his X handle.
He referred to the experience as “completely insane” and demanded that CAF step in right now.
“Over 14 hours spent at an abandoned Libyan airport. No food, no water, no internet access — this is absolutely crazy! #CAF_Online, please do the needful,” Nwabali tweeted.
Victor Boniface expressed his annoyance on social media as well, writing, “I’ve been at the airport for nearly 13 hours without food, Wi-Fi, or a place to sleep.” We can do better, Africa.
The Libyan Football Federation failed to arrange transportation, leaving the team stuck at the airport for 12 hours without help.
CAF has not yet addressed the matter, even though it is still a continuing situation.
