The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reportedly issued an ultimatum to Libya and Nigeria for their legal battle after airport hostage saga.
The Nigeria n Football Federation lodged an official complaint after Libyan authorities held its players hostage
Libya denied any wrongdoings but subtly hinted that it acted in retaliation after an issue with its team in NigeriaThe 2025 African Cup of Nations qualifiers doubleheader second leg scheduled for the Martyrs of February Stadium in Benghazi was postponed after an incident between the two countries.Libyan authorities held the Super Eagles hostage for about 16 hours at Al Abraq International Airport after dangerously rerouting their flight, which was supposed to land in Benghazi.
This is two days before the body's governing council is expected to meet in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, where a verdict is likely expected. Nigeria remains at the top of Group D with seven points despite playing a game less than Benin Republic and Rwanda, with six and five points, respectively.Libya are bottom of the group with a point, even though the group remains open and all four countries can still qualify for the tournament in Morocco.The incident attracted global attention when Nigerian captain Troost Ekong raised the alarm on social media about the team's ordeal in the North African country.
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