The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face familiar foes South Africa for a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be jointly hosted by the United States of America, Canada and Mexico.
Nigeria will also have to contend with Neighbours Benin Republic, who is now being coached by former Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr in the preliminary qualifiers.
Reports say the official draw for the 2026 global event was made just hours after the 45th CAF General Assembly which was also attended by CAF President Patrice Motsepe and FIFA President, Gianni Infantino in Abidjan.
A total of 54 African nations will compete for the available 9.5 allocated spots for Africa, with the qualifiers officially starting in November.