{"id":134200,"date":"2024-10-14T12:18:12","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T11:18:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/were-on-top-of-super-eagles-situation-at-libyan-airport-nigerian-govt"},"modified":"2024-10-14T13:21:33","modified_gmt":"2024-10-14T12:21:33","slug":"were-on-top-of-super-eagles-situation-at-libyan-airport-nigerian-govt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/were-on-top-of-super-eagles-situation-at-libyan-airport-nigerian-govt","title":{"rendered":"We\u2019re on top of Super Eagles situation at Libyan airport \u2013 Nigerian Govt"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>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\u2019 flight.<\/p>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p>The Libyan Football Federation has so far failed to provide transportation for the team, exacerbating the situation.<\/p>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p>The minister said that the Nigerian contingent was given internet access and essential supplies by early Monday morning, around 6 a.m.<\/p>\n<p>He expressed frustration over the delay in obtaining authorization from Libyan authorities to allow the team to travel to Bayda City, where Al Abraq airport is located, stressing that the Ministry continues to monitor the situation closely to ensure the safe and timely arrival of the Super Eagles.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI 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\u2019s trip to Bayda City, where the airport is located.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn 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,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About Nigeria Follow Africa-Press<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. 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\u2019 flight. 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