The Super Eagles have dropped one position in the latest FIFA rankings after a poor outing in September.
This was confirmed in the latest rankings released on Thursday.
The Nigeria national team have now dropped to 32 in the world for October.
The Super Eagles lost 6.23 points after two poor matches against Algeria during the last international break.
Nigeria, who lost one in Oran and drew the other game against the Desert Warriors home based team in Constantine, however, remained fourth in Africa.
Meanwhile, at the top of the ranking, five time champions, the Samba Boys of Brazil remains the best football playing nation.
Brazil is top of the log after impressive outings against African giants, Ghana and Tunisia in September.
The Red Devils of Belgium remain second, with Brazil’s South American rivals, Argentina, in third position.