Captain of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, William Troost-Ekong on Monday afternoon confirmed that Austin Eguavoen’s men are now returning to Nigeria following the treatment they received from the Libyan authorities at Al Abaq Airport.

Troost-Ekong and his teammates were stranded at the Al Abaq Airport following their arrival in the North African country on Sunday for a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifying matchday four encounter against the Mediterranean Knights on Tuesday.

As a result, the Super Eagles players decided they will boycott the game.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has also sent a protest letter to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) regarding the development.

Providing an update on his X account, Troost-Ekong, said:

“Power of social media. Apparently our plane is being fueled as we speak and we should be leaving to Nigeria shortly. Thanks for everyone’s support!

“I REITERATE: We would NEVER treat a guest nation for a game in this way. Mistakes happen, delays happen. But never on purpose!”