The result gives Nigeria an opportunity to reduce the gap at the top of the group when they face Tanzania in their Matchday Three fixture at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
Guinea-Bissau took the lead in the 59th minute through Caddy but Madagascar fought back to secure a point, with Nhaga scoring the equaliser in the 84th minute.
The draw ended Guinea-Bissau’s winning start to the qualifiers after victories over Tanzania and Nigeria in their opening two matches
The Djurtus began their campaign with a 2-0 away win against Tanzania before recording a 3-0 victory over the Super Eagles, establishing themselves as early leaders in Group L.
Thursday’s result takes Guinea-Bissau to seven points from three matches, while Madagascar move to two points.
Nigeria will now have the chance to move within one point of the group leaders if they defeat Tanzania in Uyo.
The Super Eagles started their campaign with a 2-1 victory over Madagascar but suffered a 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their second fixture, leaving them under pressure to recover ground in the group.
Tanzania, meanwhile, have already secured automatic qualification for the 2027 AFCON as co-hosts alongside Kenya and Uganda but remain involved in the qualifying competition.
Nigeria will host the Taifa Stars in Uyo before travelling to Zanzibar for the return fixture on November 17.
With Guinea-Bissau dropping points, a victory over Tanzania would put the Super Eagles in a stronger position in the race to finish top of Group L.
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