The Super Eagles of Nigeria moved up two places to 30th in the latest ranking released by the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) on Thursday.
The three-time African champions were ranked 32nd in the previous month but despite playing two draws with the Black Stars of Ghana, Nigeria moved from 32nd to 30th in the world, while Ghana are still outside the top 10 teams on the continent moving up a spot from 61st to 60th in the ranking.
The Super Eagles also maintained third position on the continent.
Senegal maintained top position in Africa, with the Atlas Lions of Morocco in second position.
The Pharaohs of Egypt are fourth, while the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia are in fifth position.
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