Mali’s Boubou Traore will officiate the Super Eagles’ Group C fixture against Tunisia at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on today.
The highly anticipated match is scheduled to take place at the Complexe Sportif de Fès. Boubou, 34, is one of Africa’s most experienced referees.
CAF has also confirmed the appointment of Senegal’s Issa Sy as Video Assistant Referee for the match.
Nigeria and Tunisia will aim to secure a win to advance to the Round of 16.
Both former champions won their opening matches against Tanzania and Uganda respectively. The match will kick off at 9pm Nigerian time.