We Are Investigating Super Eagles Hostage Situation In Libya – CAF President

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Confederation of African Football, CAF President, Patrice Motsepe has spoken tough on the inhuman situation the Super Eagles of Nigeria faced recently in Libya.

Speaking during CAF’s 46th Ordinary General Assembly in Addis Ababa, on Tuesday, Motsepe also revealed that appropriate action will be taken at the end of the investigation.

Recall that Super Eagles players and their officials were subjected to harsh treatment in Libya ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier in the October International break.

The team’s flight to Benghazi was diverted to a small airport, Al Abraq, away from Benghazi Airport and the players were held captive for over 15 hours without food, water and internet access.

“We should have zero tolerance. When there was this problem of the Nigerian national team in Libya, I will not comment on that because there is a proper investigation,” Motesepe said.

“But I want to emphasise a principle that we will not tolerate. This is something that has been going on for quite some time.

“Forget about the Libya vs Nigeria situation; forget about that; appropriate action will be taken. I have heard too many stories about a football club or national team that goes to a country.”