SportsNews

CAF makes crucial decision on Libya vs Nigeria AFCON qualification clash

Published

1 year ago

October 16, 2024

The Super Eagles of Nigeria opted to forfeit their qualification clash against Libya following their airport ordeal
The Nigerian team, who were redirected to the Al Abraq airport, were left unattended by their host nation
The Confederation of African Football has made a major decision regarding the qualification fixture between Libya and Nigeria

The unsettling events that greeted the Super Eagles of Nigeria upon their arrival at Libya’s Al Abraq airport cast serious doubts over the likelihood of their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification match proceeding as planned.

These doubts were soon confirmed when the Nigerian contingent opted to forfeit the fixture, boarding a flight back to Nigeria.

Speculation swirled about the consequences of this decision, especially with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) issuing a statement regarding the unfolding events.

However, ahead of the scheduled clash, the Libyan Football Federation (LFF) had posted cryptic messages and photos, insisting they were ready for the match without offering any explanation for the airport chaos.

These posts subtly hinted at the possibility of a walkover against Nigeria. Amid growing concerns, CAF has now made a significant decision regarding the fixture between both nations.

CAF makes decision on Nigeria vs Libya clash

According to the fixture list published by CAF, the confederation has opted to postpone the match between Libya and Nigeria.

However, no new date has been communicated for the rescheduled fixture. While many who have been following the situation might find this decision reasonable, it has come as a surprise to the Libyan national team, who recently shared their readiness for the clash against Nigeria on social media.

What remains to be seen is CAF’s verdict on what some may consider unsportsmanlike conduct from Libya.

Sanctions Nigeria could face after Libya saga

TUKO.co.ke in another report detailed the possible sanctions the Super Eagles could face after forfeiting their qualification fixture against Libya.

The Nigerian team opted to walk away from the encounter following the events that unfolded at Al Abraq Airport.

Article 62 of the CAF AFCON regulations outlines the possible sanctions the Super Eagles could face. The article also provides room for appeal and exceptions—a rule that may apply in Nigeria’s case.

Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura Guthua, journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke

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SportsNews

2026 World Cup: Super Eagles waiting for FIFA’s decision – Iwobi

Published

4 minutes ago

February 6, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

Super Eagles playmaker, Alex Iwobi, has admitted they are waiting to see if the team would still play at the 2026 World Cup.

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, is optimistic of a potential lifeline from FIFA, after it submitted a petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Iwobi was asked by SuperSport if he would rather lift the AFCON 2025 trophy or qualify for the World Cup?

The 29-year-old, who played at the 2018 of the World Cup, replied: “I mean we’re still waiting, well hopefully we can go to the World Cup, but I feel it’s a tough one.

“It’s a tough one because winning AFCON is like… It’s a great legacy, it’s a great thing to have like in your career, a memorable moment.

“But then at the same time, because I’ve been to the World Cup already, a lot of the players haven’t been. They would like to say ‘I want to go to the World Cup,’ so I can’t be selfish and say win the AFCON and for my teammates to not go to the World Cup. So it’s a tough one. I don’t know. I don’t know.”

Politics

PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDOLES WITH SAMUEL CHUKWUEZE OF THE SUPER EAGLES ON THE PASSING OF HIS MOTHER

Published

7 days ago

January 30, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

President Bola Tinubu sends his condolences

to Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze on the passing of his mother.

The President also extends his sympathies to the family and friends of Mrs Sarah Chukwueze, who passed away on Thursday.

President Tinubu mourns with the Chukwueze family and encourages them to find solace in the memory and legacy of their late matriarch.

“The passing of Mrs Chukwueze, the mother of one of our bright football stars, just a few days after the passing of Super Eagles’ captain Wilfred Ndidi’s father, is deeply saddening.

I mourn with them, and I am with them in prayers during this difficult time,” the President says.

President Tinubu prays that God Almighty will grant the departed eternal rest.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)