Frustrations are running high among Nigeria’s Super Eagles as players express their desire to return home following a harrowing travel ordeal.
The team, which arrived in Libya for the second leg of their AFCON qualifiers against Libya, faced significant delays after being diverted from their intended destination of Benghazi to Al Abaq. Stranded at the airport for over 15 hours, the players have voiced their concerns on social media, with many indicating they no longer wish to participate in the upcoming match.
Victor Boniface captured the sentiments of his teammates when he tweeted, “This is getting scary now. You guys can have the point. We just want to return to our country.” His words resonated with others on the team, as they echoed similar feelings of distress and urgency.
Bruno Onyemaechi added, “This is not longer a joke o please we need help to go back to Nigeria @caf,” pleading for intervention from the Confederation of African Football. Meanwhile, Nantes winger Moses Simon shared his sentiments with a heartfelt tweet: “Me I want to go home ooo🥹 I know play again ooo abeg.”
Wilfred Ndidi voiced a chilling concern, stating on Instagram, “This is becoming scary…I’m scared for our lives,” highlighting the players’ growing anxiety over their situation.
The logistical nightmare has raised questions about the organization and safety of the tournament, as the players wait for updates on their travel plans.
As the clock ticks down to the scheduled match on Tuesday, the Super Eagles’ future in the competition hangs in the balance, overshadowed by their urgent call to return home.
