Abdelhakim Al-Shalmani, the President of the Libyan Football Federation, has announced his resignation during a recent meeting of the Federation’s General Assembly. This decision, made public on Monday, comes in the wake of rising tensions regarding the treatment of Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, during their recent visit for an Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier.
Reports indicate that the Super Eagles were stranded at the airport for over 14 hours without food, Wi-Fi, or proper accommodations, leading to widespread condemnation from Nigerian officials and fans. This incident has sparked sharp criticism and raised questions about Libya’s ability to host international sporting events. Al-Shalmani stated, “I do not want to be part of the failure in Libyan sports.”
During his address to the assembly, Al-Shalmani acknowledged the challenges faced during his tenure and expressed gratitude to his colleagues. He affirmed his commitment to the sport, noting his extensive experience in various international federations. His resignation adds to the turbulent atmosphere surrounding Libyan football at this time.
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