Nigerian international striker, Victor Boniface, a key player for Union Berlin, found himself in a frustrating predicament when he became stranded at a Libyan airport for an extensive 13-hour period without access to basic amenities.
The situation arose as he and his national team, the Super Eagles, were on their way to a crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match.
Venting his displeasure on a popular social media platform, Boniface turned to X (formerly Twitter) to express his grievances, specifically pointing a finger at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for what he saw as a lack of necessary support and coordination.
The sequence of events began when the Super Eagles departed Nigeria on a Sunday morning bound for their AFCON qualifier in Libya.
Unfortunately, upon arrival in the North African country, they were met with a challenging scenario as they remained stuck at the airport for more than 13 hours without being provided with essential provisions like food.
Boniface felt compelled to shed light on this uncomfortable situation by posting on social media, where he highlighted the absence of food, Wi-Fi, and suitable resting areas, clearly articulating his disappointment in the treatment they received.
This incident has not only raised significant questions about the quality of travel logistics and infrastructure available for African teams engaged in AFCON qualifiers but has also amplified the urgent need for CAF and respective national football associations to step up and improve the overall support system for players and staff, particularly during taxing long-distance journeys between countries.
The rallying support from fans and fellow footballers behind Boniface underscores the collective plea for proactive measures from CAF to ensure that such distressing incidents are effectively addressed and mitigated in future endeavors within the realm of African football.
Source: NewsandVibes.com
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