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Tinubu demands justice over inhuman treatment of Super Eagles

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Ibrahim Ramalan
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Ibrahim Ramalan is a graduate of Mass Communications from the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria. With nearly a decade-long, active journalism practice, Mr Ramalan has been able to rise from a cub reporter to the exalted position of an editor; first as Arts Editor with the Blueprint Newspapers before resigning in 2019; second and presently as an Associate Editor of the Daily Nigerian online newspaper. He can be reached via ibroramalan@gmail.com, or www.facebook.com/ibrahim.ramalana, or @McRamalan on Twitter.
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President Bola Tinubu has urged the disciplinary board of the Confederation of African Football, CAF, to conduct a thorough investigation into the inhuman treatment endured by the Super Eagles at a Libyan airport.

He said CAF should take appropriate action against those who wilfully violated its statutes and regulations.

The President made the remarks in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, his Special Adviser, Information and Strategy, on Monday in Abuja.

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Tinubu, who welcomed the safe return of the Super Eagles, decried their harrowing experience, which prompted the withdraw of the team from a scheduled match on Tuesday.

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The President commended the proactive coordination between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Sports Development in addressing the unfortunate episode and ensuring the safe return of the players.

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“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.”
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