A stoppage time goal by Alain Traore denied Nigeria maximum points against Burkina Faso in the ongoing South Africa 2013 African Cup of Nations.
Emmanuel Emenike scored in the 23rd minute of play when he latched on to a flip by Brown Ideye.
Nigeria dominated the first half but failed to convert the chances.
In the 62nd, Vincent Enyeama made a world class save when he parried a close range shot from the Stallions captain, Lagano.
Sub Ikechukwu Uche shot wide with only the goalkeeper at his mercy in the 64th minute.
Ogenyi Onazi came in for Fengor Ogude in the 69th as Super Eagles Coach, Stephen Keshi, moved to fortify the midfield dominated by the Burkinabes.
Nosa Igiebor received a yellow card for dangerous play in the 72nd minute.
Efe Ambrose got a red card for a second caution in the 74th minute.
Brown Ideye made way for Keneth Omeruo in 77th as Nigeria tried to wind down the game.
Again, Uche wasted the chance to wrap up the match for the Super Eagles on the 80th minute.
AFCON 2013: Super Eagles wobble in opening game against Burkina Faso
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