Abu-Obe urged citizens to remain calm and assured them that the Ministry is closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety and well-being of Nigerians in Libya. Another local blog, Libya News Today 1, also called on the government to apprehend undocumented Nigerian workers, proposing a $500 fine and appropriate taxation. This confirmation came amidst rising tensions between Nigeria and Libya, after Nigerian football players were stranded at an airport in Libya for about 18 hours. He said, “The arrests started on Sunday night in some areas in Tedora. They just don’t care, which doesn’t happen in other countries.”He linked the arrests to the recent face-off between the countries, especially following the CAF ruling which favoured Nigeria and imposed a fine against Libya.

Source: Libya Today November 04, 2024 10:24 UTC