'He said nothing' - Nigerians blast CAF president Motsepe over Libya vs Nigeria comments

'He said nothing' - Nigerians blast CAF president Motsepe over Libya vs Nigeria comments

Hassan Abdulsalam 14:10 - 22.10.2024

CAF President spoke about the ill-treatment of Super Eagles players and officials in Libya during their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier last week.

Nigerians have reacted to the comments made by Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrick Motsepe regarding the scary situation the Nigerian Super Eagles faced in Libya.

Pulse Sports reported that Super Eagles players and officials were subjected to harsh treatment in Libya ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier last week.

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The three-time African champions were scheduled to face Libya in the return leg last Tuesday but could not participate after being held hostage for over 20 hours at a small airport.

Their flight to Benghazi was diverted just before landing, marking the beginning of their ordeal, which lasted 24 hours.

Shocking images of Super Eagles mistreatment
Nigeria's Super Eagles were held hostage in Libya | Samuel Adepoju Shocking images of Super Eagles mistreatment || X

CAF President gives update on Nigeria's situation in Libya

Amid growing criticism, CAF's president has intervened, stating that the organisation will take appropriate action, saying that the investigation is ongoing.

“That process is being properly investigated and appropriate action will be taken, "Motsepe said.

Nigerians blast CAF president Motsepe over Libya vs Nigeria

Reacting after the update from the CAF president, Nigerians have taken to social media to call him out.

One of the users said, "He said nothing while another echoed, "He said a lot without saying nothing."

"He didn’t say anything here. Nothing new to add To what we already know Best thing to do in this situation is to review the laws concerning logistics for teams on the continent in particular."

"Get to the point bro, stop twerking."

Meanwhile, CAF's decision is pending, but it is anticipated before both teams complete their final qualifier matches next month.

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