The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has withdrawn the Super Eagles from their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya, scheduled for Tuesday.
The decision comes after the team experienced a 12-hour delay at Al Abraq International Airport in Libya.
The Super Eagles, traveling for the crucial match in Benghazi, faced an unexpected detour when their chartered flight was redirected to Al Abraq, a smaller airport typically used for hajj services.
This diversion, which occurred mid-flight, left the team stranded without assistance or transport from the Libyan Football Federation.
The team, unable to reach their accommodation in Benghazi, remained at the airport for over half a day.
Frustrated and exhausted by the ordeal, the players have opted not to proceed with the match.
The NFF, supporting the players’ decision, is now making arrangements to return the team to Nigeria, canceling their participation in the upcoming qualifier.
