Libyan Football Federation statement:

We are deeply concerned about the recent reports surrounding the diversion of the Nigerian national team’s flight ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Libya.

While we regret any inconvenience caused, it is essential to note that such incidents can occur due to routine air traffic control protocols, security checks, or logistical challenges that affect international air travel.

These are standard procedures at airports worldwide, and delays or rerouting, though unfortunate, are not uncommon.

We have the utmost respect for our Nigerian counterparts and want to reassure them that the diversion of their flight was not intentional.

There are no grounds to accuse the Libyan security teams or the Libyan Football Federation of deliberately orchestrating this incident. Such actions are inconsistent with our values and principles.

We firmly reject any claims that suggest foul play or sabotage in this situation.
It is important to highlight that just last week, our own national team faced significant challenges upon our arrival in Nigeria for the third match of the Africa Cup of Nations qualification.

Despite the difficulties we encountered, we did not make public accusations nor question the integrity of the Nigerian authorities. Football, in its essence, unites nations, and we are committed to upholding the spirit of fairness and mutual respect both on and off the field.

In Libya, we pride ourselves on our hospitality and our welcoming nature. We have always prioritized treating all visiting teams, including our African brothers and other international delegations, with the respect and dignity they deserve.

Hosting these events is a great honor for us, and we strive to ensure that all teams feel safe and respected as our guests. This commitment to equality and hospitality is a core aspect of our culture and tradition.

We hope that this misunderstanding can be resolved with understanding and goodwill. Our doors are open to our Nigerian brothers and all African teams, and we continue to promote the spirit of unity, sportsmanship, and friendship in the world of football.

https://x.com/Libyan_FF/status/1845770867088699898?t=5O3TdlqInFtUJp1ocOIuzg&s=19 .

The game has been postponed.

They had to rub it in our face...

By saying they had similar scenero when they came to play in Nigeria.

They also mentioned that they pride themselves in hospitality and welcoming nature.

I found that funny. Your reputation preceeds you!

See them acting all innocent

I knew it was a tit for tat thing

brain54:
They had to rub it in our face...

By saying they had similar scenero when they came to play in Nigeria.

They also mentioned that they pride themselves in hospitality and welcoming nature.

I found that funny. Your reputation preceeds you!

Very funny

tuoyoojo:
Let's wait for the official press release from a veritable source

I knew it was a tit for tat thing

If you go through what N FF said, it was there fault that they were delayed and it was not for long.

A case of a tooth for a tooth.
Fear these particular people.

THE MOST CHILDISH COMMENT OF THE YEAR

Nonsense

After denying any wrongdoings, they ended up giving the reasons why they did what they did. Just to retaliate.

🫤

Libya dey talk about "values and principles.".

They are f**ls

This is not an apology. They also claim we didn't treat them right. NFF should not take this lightly.

They cover it up by saying similar case happened when they travelled to naija


A retaliatory statement there and remarks

Libya shud focus on terrorism
Make dem shun other activities abeg

you do person you no want make dem do you.. Nigeria self

Just like Tinubu protest but e no want make people protest

ok

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Awaiting response from CAF..
IT IS SIMPLE "tit for tat"

But they were not matured doing their own

I said it Mohamedians are unrepentant bollocks, no conscience no remorse a s s holes.

FIRST TO DO ,NO DEY PAIN



NA THEM BELOW

Deeply conducted my check and balance on that statement....
The person writing this need to be trash 🗑️ as a PRO...

Coming up with defending statements and at the same time ending up with a retaliate statement....

What am I even saying 😅😅


But wait oo, what a see finish 🤔

Libya compare to Naija🤭

I no blame them oo! I expected them to do same to us when we did something similar to them last week - though on a smaller scale.

Na payback time. Not surprising. North Africans are good at it.

Africans and tit for tat are 5&6

Nigeria should treat other countries they way we want to be treated. I remember NFF parking south Africa in Port Harcourt, when they could have landed in Uyo. The Libyans are accusing us of shafting them too. So why all our fuss? We need to treat other nationals well. Football is a beautiful game, and we should be hospitable to other teams when they play in our country. That is how our reputation will change. We can use football to achieve that, rather than trading blame and be noisy about everything

Do me I do you things abi , continue