President Bola Tinubu has demanded swift justice following the inhuman treatment endured by the Super Eagles of Nigeria at a Libyan airport.
The President in a statement issued Monday by his Special Adviser to on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga said the harrowing experience of the national football team at the hands of their hosts and the Libyan authorities prompted the Nigerian Football Federation to withdraw the Super Eagles from the scheduled match on Tuesday.
“President Tinubu expects the Disciplinary Board of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to conduct a thorough investigation and recommend appropriate action against those who wilfully violated the organisation’s Statutes and Regulations,” he said
The President commended the proactive coordination between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Federal Ministry of Sports Development in addressing the unfortunate episode and ensuring the safe return of our players.
Tinubu also applauded the players for keeping their spirit alive despite the excruciating ordeal in Libya.
He recognised football’s unifying power in bringing nations and people together and views the treatment of our citizens as unsportsmanlike and inhumane, a stark contrast to the spirit of the game he deeply appreciates.
