After intense pressure from various quarters, Libyan authorities have finally granted clearance for ValueJet Airlines to fly the Super Eagles back to Nigeria.
Osun Defender reports that the national team was held hostage in Libya after arriving for the 2025 AFCON qualifier. The team endured inhumane treatment by Libyan authorities for over 12 hours.
In a statement on social media, Libya alleged that their team faced similar mistreatment when they visited Nigeria for their first Group D match in Uyo last week.
In response to the poor treatment, the Super Eagles decided to boycott the match, conceding the points to Libya.
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However, following the latest development, Libyan authorities have agreed to issue clearance to ValueJet Airlines to fly the team back to Nigeria and provide aviation fuel.
Confirming the update, Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong tweeted:
“Power of social media! Apparently, our plane is being fueled as we speak, and we should be leaving for Nigeria shortly. Thanks for everyone’s support!
“I REITERATE: We would NEVER treat a guest nation for a game in this way. Mistakes happen, delays happen. But never on purpose!”
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