A fresh crisis has hit the Africa Cup of Nations, after Nigeria’s players announced they will go on strike ahead of their clash with Algeria.
The development came just hours before the scheduled fixture, throwing the match into doubt and adding to the tournament’s growing list of off-field issues.
Details revealed in the report showed the Nigeria squad took the decision due to unresolved financial matters, as the players insisted they would not take part until their dues were settled.
Sources close to the camp said the protest was communicated clearly to officials, with the team standing firm on its position before facing Algeria.
The news has sparked concern among fans and organisers, especially with the match expected to be one of the key fixtures of the competition.
Nigeria’s standoff now leaves the authorities under pressure to find a quick solution, with Algeria preparing as normal while awaiting a final decision on whether the game will go ahead as planned.
