Connect with us

Allegedly

Pilot Alleges Libyan Authorities Forced Super Eagles Flight to Divert to Unsafe Airport

Published

on

Photo source: Google

The pilot of the chartered aircraft that transported Nigeria’s Super Eagles to Libya has disclosed that he faced pressure from Libyan authorities to reroute the flight to the substandard Al-Abraq Airport.

This unexpected diversion has sparked significant controversy between Nigeria and Libya, particularly concerning the treatment of the Nigerian team.

Initially, the Super Eagles’ flight was scheduled to land at Benghazi’s Benina Airport, a location approved by the Libyan Civil Aviation Authority.

However, as the flight descended, the pilot received a directive from Libyan authorities to divert to Al-Abraq, which is approximately 150 miles (around 300 kilometers) east of the intended destination.

The pilot expressed his concern over this change, emphasizing the potential dangers associated with landing at an airport that was not equipped to handle such a flight.

Advertisement

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has alleged that the diversion was intentional, reflecting a lack of respect for the Super Eagles.

In contrast, the Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has denied any wrongdoing, attributing the crisis to logistical issues rather than any malice toward the Nigerian team.

This disagreement has only intensified the scrutiny surrounding the incident.

In a video interview shared on social media by Pooja Media, the Tunisian pilot explained the complexity of the situation.

He revealed that he attempted to communicate the risks associated with the diversion to Libyan officials but felt that his warnings went unheeded.

Advertisement

He stated that aviation protocols are strict, and flight plans require careful fuel calculations and safety assessments.

The pilot had repeatedly requested permission to land at Benghazi, citing his original flight plan and the authorization he received from the Libyan aviation authorities.

Unfortunately, he was met with firm resistance, being told that the order came from the highest levels of authority in Libya.

Highlighting the gravity of the situation, the pilot shared his frustrations about the lack of cooperation from the Libyan authorities.

He noted that aviation regulations demand transparency, and all communications are documented, leaving no room for ambiguity.

Advertisement

Despite his concerns about potentially running low on fuel, the response from Libyan officials remained unchanged.

The pilot reiterated that he pleaded with them multiple times, warning that he could face dire consequences if forced to land in an area without proper facilities.

The incident has raised questions about the treatment of athletes during international competitions and the importance of ensuring safe and efficient travel for sports teams.

As the Super Eagles continue their journey, the fallout from this diversion may influence future relations between Nigeria and Libya, especially in the realm of sports and aviation.


 

Advertisement

Allegedly

Food Critic Opeyemi Famakin Called Out for Allegedly Flaunting Fake ₦1M Perfumes

Published

on


Popular Nigerian food critic Opeyemi Famakin has been called out online for allegedly flaunting fake perfumes. The food critic recently shared photos of perfumes on his Instagram page, claiming they were worth ₦1 million.

He captioned the post: “Blew another 1 Million Naira on Niche Perfumes just because. Best smelling man in Lagos, quote me on that shii.”

However, a random lady commented on the post, issuing a warning about counterfeit perfumes. She asked Opeyemi for his perfume plug to verify their authenticity or confirm if he had been scammed.

Her comment read: “Hi Opeyemi, who is your perfume plug? This is not me trying to be funny, but they are selling fakes to you in case you’re unaware. I work with Floraïku and I’ve unboxed 8 of their perfumes directly from the brand. This isn’t their packaging—this looks fake.”


Continue Reading

Allegedly

Justin Bieber Allegedly Sells Music Catalog for $200M Amid Financial Struggles

Published

on


Popular American Singer Justin Bieber allegedly sold his music catalog for $200 Million Dollars due to financial struggles.

This information was revealed by TMZ, they also stated that the singer’s former manager advised against the notion. He shares that it can cause more problems and will cause tax implications.

A statement regarding this information stated “JustinBieber made somewhere between $500 million and $1 billion as the world’s biggest pop star, but he blew it all and ended up being in such dire financial shape he had to sell his music catalog for $200 million”.


 

Continue Reading

Allegedly

Alleged Baby Mama Hellen Ati Threatens Cubana Chief Priest in Viral Post

Published

on


Cubana Chief Preist alleged baby mama, Hellen Ati takes to social media to relay a message to the socialite.

It can be recalled that Hellen has continually claimed that her child is fathered by Cubana Chief Priest, however Cubana has addresses the accusation and shared that he is not the father.

Hellen the takes to social media to drop a message for Cubana sharing what will happen if they ever cross paths again “Pascal since you have refused to step up like a father dnt bother coz mountains can’t meet each other’s but human beings can pascal let me tell you anywhere I meet you in this world we go hold each other’s necks! swear am telling you Dnt wrry that day you will see my crazy mind”


 

Continue Reading

Trending