The three-time African champions edged Bafana to victory at Cairo International Stadium, thanks to a late goal from William Troost-Ekong
Celebratory moments followed Nigeria's 2-1 win over South Africa with Alex Iwobi giving the Zanku dance while ex-international Nwankwo Kanu joined fans to revel in the triumph.
Wednesday’s triumph in Cairo saw the Super Eagles progress to the semi-final of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon).
At the end of the game, football enthusiasts across the continent took to social media to revel in the result against Bafana Bafana but Nigerians in Cairo also had a great celebration in the stadium alongside the players.