President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Tinubu demands justice in Libya maltreatment of Super Eagles
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep concerns over the inhuman treatment meted out to the Nigerian nationsl team, Super Eagles in Libya.
A statement signed by Special Adviser to the President
on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Monday, said Tinubu expressed delight over the safe return of the national team to Nigeria.
While saying that 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, Tinubu called on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to ensure justice on the incident.
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“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.
” The President commends the proactive Confederationcoordination 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.
” President Tinubu applauds the players for keeping their spirit alive despite the excruciating ordeal in Libya.
” The Nigerian leader recognises 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.
” He fervently calls on all lovers of the round-leather game and administrators to unite and work collaboratively to prevent and overcome such incidents in the future,” the statement said.
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