Uganda's FIFA and CAF certified safety and security expert Dixon Adol "Bond" Okello has been appointed to handle security operations for the AFCON 2027 qualifier between Libya and Tunisia in Tripoli.
The match is scheduled for 17 November 2026 at the Tripoli International Stadium.
Okello steps in as a late replacement for Egyptian Mohamed Nabil who withdrew at the eleventh hour.
The Ugandan officer is widely regarded among the world's best performing security officials with extensive experience in high-intensity international tournaments.
Benin's Adissa Abdul Raphiou Ligali will serve as centre referee for the fixture.
Salim Alao and Joe Cortel Dodometin Detondji, both from Benin, will assist as assistant referees one and two respectively.
Hans Romuald Yazid Bassadin, also from Benin, completes the match officials team as fourth official.
Morocco's Jamal Kaaouachi has been named match commissioner while Ethiopia's Bamlak Tessema Weyesa will act as referee assessor.
Libya's Mustafa Ali Mohammed Alhaddad takes the broadcast venue manager role.
The appointment underscores Uganda's growing reputation in continental football administration.
Libya and Tunisia meet in a crucial Group D encounter as the qualifiers intensify.
Ugandan officials continue to feature prominently in CAF match appointments across competitions.
Okello's deployment follows his previous assignments at major tournaments including AFCON finals and World Cup qualifiers.
The Tripoli fixture kicks off at 8pm local time on Tuesday evening.
Source: Kawowo Sports
