President Bola Tinubu, expects the Disciplinary Board of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to conduct a thorough investigation and recommend appropriate sanctions against those who wilfully violated the organisation’s Statutes and Regulations.
A statement by the special adviser on information and strategy Bayo Onanuga says, deeply moved by the inhuman treatment endured by the Super Eagles of Nigeria at a Libyan airport, the President welcomes their safe return to Nigeria, while applauding the players for keeping their spirit alive despite the excruciating ordeal in Libya.
The Nigerian leader in the statement 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 called 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 President commends the proactive coordination 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.
Editor Paul Akhagbemhe
