The Galatasaray striker, who missed the 1-1 draw with South Africa due to injury, headlines a 23-man squad named by head coach Eric Chelle. He is joined by team captain William Ekong and vice-captain Wilfred Ndidi.

Other key players include Ademola Lookman, Alex Iwobi, Moses Simon, Tolu Arokodare, and rising defender Benjamin Fredricks. Semi Ajayi and France-based Terem Moffi return after injury layoffs.

There are surprise call-ups for Akor Adams, Sevilla’s young prospect, and Russia-based Olakunle Olusegun.

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Nigeria face Lesotho in South Africa before a decisive clash with Benin Republic in Uyo. The Super Eagles sit third in Group C with 11 points, three behind leaders Benin and second-placed South Africa, who were recently docked three points for fielding an ineligible player.

The squad is expected to assemble in South Africa ahead of the qualifiers.

Source: Punch