Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has demanded for justice over the the inhuman treatment endured by the Super Eagles of Nigeria at a Libyan airport.
According to the statement released by his aide, Bayo Onanuga on Monday, Tinubu who applauded the players for keeping their spirit alive despite the excruciating ordeal in Libya, welcomed them safe return to Nigeria.
The President expected Disciplinary Board of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to conduct a thorough investigation while recommended appropriate action against those who wilfully violated the organisation’s Statutes and Regulations.
The Nigerian leader recognized football’s unifying power in bringing nations, people together, viewed the treatment of citizens as unsportsmanlike and inhumane, adding that its a stark contrast to the spirit of the game he deeply appreciates.
The President fervently called on all lovers of the round-leather game and administrators to unite and work collaboratively to prevent and overcome such incidents in the future.
The implication of the diversion was to put the players on another three hours of road travel to the main venue of the match, not minding the risk of road travel in Libya, considering the situation of the war-torn country.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) brought the Super Eagles back to Nigeria after the players decided to withdraw from the second-leg match against Libya, due to the difficulties, ill treatment and challenges they faced during after their arrival time in Libya.