Nigeria, already qualified for the AFCON, struggled to break through Benin’s defense for much of the game. It wasn't until the 81st minute that Victor Osimhen found the equalizer with a well-placed header from a Moses Simon cross, pushing his national tally to 23 goals and tying him with Nigerian legend Segun Odegbami as the Super Eagles' joint-second all-time top scorer.
This draw solidified Nigeria's spot at the top of their group D with 11 points, leaving Benin in second place.
Nigeria will conclude their qualification campaign with a match against Rwanda in Uyo.
