Enyimba International F.C. have announced that supporters will enjoy free entry when they host Plateau United F.C. in their Nigeria Premier Football League fixture on Sunday in Aba, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The match will take place at the Enyimba International Stadium with kickoff scheduled for 4:00 pm on March 15, 2026.

The decision to throw the gates open follows a period in which Enyimba played their last three home matches behind closed doors due to disciplinary sanctions imposed on the club.

The nine-time Nigerian champions are keen to reconnect with their supporters as they continue their push to remain competitive in the NPFL this season.

Club officials have therefore called on fans to turn out in large numbers to support the team and create a vibrant atmosphere inside the stadium.

Enyimba, popularly known as the Aba Elephants, will be hoping the return of their supporters provides the boost needed to secure a positive result against Plateau United.

Abia Warriors claimed a hard-fought 1–0 away victory over Plateau United at the Jos Stadium on Sunday, courtesy of a second-half strike from Taheer Abubakar, Nigeriasoccetnet.com reports.

In a tightly contested encounter dominated by midfield battles and defensive organisation, the Umuahia-based side showed greater composure in decisive moments to secure all three points on the road.

The hosts began brightly, with Kazeem driving forward early on to find Vincent, whose low strike forced an early save from the Abia Warriors goalkeeper inside two minutes.

Plateau United continued to apply pressure, with Vincent testing his luck from distance in the 10th minute, only to see his effort sail over the bar.

A penalty appeal from the Peace Boys was waved away in the 31st minute after Gideon went down in the box following a promising dribble.

The best chance of the half fell to Nenrot in the 35th minute, but his effort went agonisingly wide after being picked out from a long throw-in.

Both sides went into the break scoreless, with Plateau United enjoying territorial advantage but lacking a clinical edge.

The tempo remained high after the restart as Plateau United continued to press.

Goalkeeper Bala of Plateau United was called into action after tipping a dangerous ball over the bar in the 50th minute to keep the contest level.

Abia Warriors gradually grew into the game, tightening defensively and looking to exploit spaces on the counterattack. Their persistence paid off in the 68th minute when Taheer Abubakar broke the deadlock.

Receiving the ball in space, Abubakar beat his marker and calmly chipped the goalkeeper to silence the home crowd and give Abia Warriors a crucial lead.

Plateau United threw numbers forward in the closing stages in search of an equaliser. Abia Warriors were forced into last-ditch defending, with Emmanuel Ogbuagu making a vital clearance in stoppage time.

Drama followed moments later when Plateau United’s header struck the crossbar in the 90+5th minute, coming inches away from denying the hosts an equalizer.

Abia Warriors held firm through intense late pressure to secure a valuable away win that takes them second on the log while Plateau United move further down to 19th on the log.

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Several fixtures across the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) produced contrasting outcomes on Matchday 26, with emphatic wins, narrow victories and goalless stalemates recorded nationwide, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports

At the Ahmadu Bello Stadium, Plateau United and Nasarawa United shared the spoils in a 0–0 draw, as both sides failed to convert limited chances in a cagey North Central derby.

In Bauchi, Shooting Stars (3SC) secured a vital 1–0 away victory over Barau FC, thanks to an early strike from Sodiq Ibrahim in the 9th minute, a goal that proved decisive as the Oluyole Warriors held on defensively.

Abia Warriors also picked up maximum points on the road, edging Kun Khalifat FC 1–0, with Suraju Lawal’s 81st-minute goal settling the contest in a tightly fought encounter.

At the Southern Delta University Stadium, Ozoro, Warri Wolves and Kano Pillars cancelled each other out in a 0–0 draw, with both goalkeepers enjoying relatively quiet outings in a match short on clear-cut chances.

The standout performance of the day came in Minna, where Niger Tornadoes thrashed El-Kanemi Warriors 3–0. Azeez Akintunde opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 5th minute, before Rickson Mendos struck twice late on, in the 79th and 83rd minutes, to seal a dominant victory.

In Yenagoa, Bayelsa United came from behind to defeat Remo Stars 2–1, overturning an early goal by Victor Mbaoma (14’) with second-half strikes from Fabby Clark (59’) and Emo James (64’).

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Matchday 16 of the Nigeria Premier Football League produced late goals, narrow victories and intense contests across multiple centres on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports

In Umuahia, Abia Warriors snatched a point at the death in their 1–1 draw with Rivers United. The visitors took the lead in the 86th minute through Maclyn Biokpo, but Suraju Lawal struck a dramatic 90+4th-minute equaliser to ensure honours were even.

Kwara United secured one of the day’s convincing wins with a 2–0 victory over Niger Tornadoes in Ilorin. Bright Babatunde opened the scoring in the 15th minute before a 37th-minute own goal by Abba Khalid doubled the hosts’ advantage.

In Jos, Plateau United edged Warri Wolves 1–0 courtesy of a 19th-minute own goal by Gift David. The match, however, ended on a tense note as both teams had a player sent off in the 86th minute — Vincent Temitope of Plateau and Gift David of Wolves.

Remo Stars claimed a crucial 2–1 win over Enyimba in Abeokuta. Former Enyimba striker Victor Mbaoma proved decisive with a brace in the 3rd and 45th minutes, while Edidiong Ezekiel momentarily levelled for the visitors in the 32nd minute.

In Kano, legendary midfielder Rabiu Ali inspired Kano Pillars to a 2–1 victory over Kun Khalifat. Ali scored in the 19th minute and added a second from the penalty spot in the 38th, before Ebuka Nwokorie pulled one back for the visitors.

Two matches ended goalless: Wikki Tourists were held 0–0 by Ikorodu City in Bauchi, while El-Kanemi Warriors and Barau FC also failed to find the net in Maiduguri.

The results see several teams solidify their positions as the league enters its crucial phase, with battles intensifying at both ends of the table.

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Plateau United has called for calm and a thorough investigation following a series of disturbing incidents during their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 13 clash against Ikorodu City FC in Lagos, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

In a statement issued on Monday, the club alleged that preparations for the game were hindered when the team was denied access to a full training pitch for their mandatory pre-match session. According to the club, they were restricted to half of the pitch and were forced to train late into the evening without proper lighting, despite seeking intervention from league officials.

The situation reportedly escalated during halftime of the match, with the score still goalless. Plateau United said members of their technical crew noticed troubling disturbances near the referees’ dressing area involving individuals suspected to be under the influence of alcohol.

Goalkeeper Coach Ayo Segun was allegedly assaulted while attempting to report the incident, prompting the Sporting Director, Barr. Gideon Izang, and Chief Security Officer, Itumu, to seek out the Match Commissioner. The club claims its access was blocked, leading to further commotion involving additional individuals.

Plateau United stated that parts of the incident were captured in photos and videos, which will be submitted to football authorities as part of a formal complaint.

Reaffirming its commitment to fair play and professionalism, the club emphasised that football must remain a safe environment for all stakeholders. “Our priority is the safety of all personnel and the integrity of the league,” the statement read.

The Jos-based side has urged the NPFL, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), and security agencies to conduct an impartial investigation to determine the facts, address any violations, and prevent a recurrence.

Plateau United assured that it will fully cooperate with authorities as the matter progresses.

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League giants, Rivers United secured a slim victory away from home for the first time this season against Kun Khalifat, while Plateau United piped Bendel Insurance to wrap up match day 12 fixtures of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Pride of Rivers ensured maximum points were gotten at the DAN Anyiam Stadium, Owerri, as they played newly promoted sides, Kun Khalifat FC.

After a cagey encounter that left the score goalless for more than the one-hour mark, the George Finidi-led side found themselves in front after a goal by Maclyn Biokpo in the 78th minute as they went on to win by a goal to nil.

At the new Jos Stadium, Plateau United got a 1-0 victory over Bendel Insurance after a Saka Gafar goal on 56 minutes was enough for the Peace Boys to get maximum points.

The result takes Rivers United closer to the top three with a point adrift of third place, Ikorodu City, and three goals less than table toppers, Nasarawa United, with a game to spare.

Kun Khalifat FC move to the bottom four with 12 points after 12 matches, while Plateau United find themselves in 15th position with 15 points after 12 matches.

Bendel Insurance are 19th on the log with 9 points garnered after playing 12 matches.

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Multiple-time champions of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Enyimba, continued their downward slope following another loss to Plateau United, as Kwara United earned a point in Enugu against Rangers International, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

It was another bad day in the office for Enyimba as they lost to Plateau United by two goals to one at the New Jos Stadium.

A keenly contested affair in the first half saw the tie remain goalless until Monday Gideon opened the score for the hosts in the 50th minute.

Jonathan Jacob restored parity for Enyimba in the 68th minute. Still, a second goal by Jacob on 76 minutes sealed the win for the Peace Boys and handed Enyimba their third consecutive defeat.

Kwara United held Rangers International to a goalless draw at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu.

Goals from Igbunu Evwierhurhoma in the 14th and 90+4 minutes gave Warri Wolves a vital win at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, to go fourth on the log.

Emeka Obioma's 16-minute strike and  Sunday Megwo's goal on 62 minutes gave Abia Warriors a 2-0 win over Barau FC.

Wikki Tourist ended Shooting Stars Sports Club's five-match unbeaten streak after a 2-0 win in Bauchi. Abdullahi Usman on 31 minutes and Jonathan Mairiga on 42 minutes sealed that deal.

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Abia Warriors and Warri Wolves stole the show in the Nigeria Premier Football League match day 7, following their away wins against Kwara United and Barau FC, NigeriaSoccernet.com reports.

Abia Warriors edged the Harmony Boys 1-0 at the Umuahia Stadium following a goal from Emeka Obioma, three minutes into the second half.

Obioma scored from the spot after Kwara United's GK handled an indirect ball in the box.

In Kano, new boys, Barau FC tasted home defeat at the hands of NPFL returnees, Warri Wolves, following a goal on 29 minutes by Justus Ohanu.

The Maliya Boys' morale for an equalizer was further reduced following the sending off of Emmanuel Okoko after receiving a second yellow card as the encounter ended 0-1 at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kofar Mata.

Rivers United remained strong so far this season, going to Aba to play a goalless draw against Enyimba FC. The two sides remain unbeaten in seven matches.

Tosin Oyedokun scored from the spot for Ikorodu City on 83 minutes to help the Tech Boys secure a point against Bayelsa United at the Samson Siasia Stadium. Emo James had given the Prosperity Boys the lead on 26 minutes.

Niger Tornadoes and Kun Khalifat also settled for a 1-all draw at the Bako Kontagora  Stadium in Minna.

Abba Khalid had put the Ikon Allah ahead before Ugochukwu Akuta levelled the score for the Owerri-based side.

A goal by Ismail Ayodele in 90+6 minutes was all Shooting Stars Sports Club needed to edge Plateau United and grab their third straight win at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan.

Earlier, Nasarawa United defeated Bendel Insurance in Benin to remain top of the log after a late goal by Mohammed Garba.

El Kanemi Warriors also defeated Kano Pillars 2-1 at home.

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Reigning champions, Remo Stars, have gone top of the league, Rangers International and Kwara United recorded their win, as Plateau United continue to struggle, NigeriaSoccernet.com reports

The Sky Blue Stars ended the unbeaten run of Nigeria National League champions Warri Wolves after a 1-0 win at the MKO Abiola Sport Arena, Abeokuta, following Samson Olasupo's 77-minute goal.

Remo Stars now have seven points after three matches played and go top of the log with better goal difference than Wikki Tourist.

It was another unbeaten streak that ended as Niger Tornadoes defeated Bayelsa United 1-0 courtesy of Ismail Sarki's goal in 27 minutes of the game played at the Bako Kontagora Stadium, Minna.

Wikki Tourist remained unbeaten and stayed top of the log with a slim win over Abia Warriors courtesy of a goal by  Jonathan Mairiga in 77 minutes.

Rangers International recorded their first win of the season after beating struggling Plateau United 2-0 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium.

Goals from Chidozie Iwundu on 45 minutes and Chidiebere Nwobodo on 80 minutes were enough to give the Flying Antelopes the win, leaving the Peace Boys winless since the start of the league.

Kwara United also celebrated their first win after defeating new boys, Kun Khalifat FC 2-0 at the Rashidi Yekini Mainbowl, George Inih Stadium, Ilorin.

Goals from Johnmark Shirsha on 24 minutes and Emeka Kingsley Obiorah on 81 minutes ensured maximum points for the Harmony Boys.

Multiple champions, Enyimba FC, played a disappointing goalless draw against Nasarawa United at home, while former champions, Rivers United and El Kanemi Warriors, encountered in Maiduguri ended goalless.

The topsy-turvy run of Shooting Stars Sports Club continued as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Ikorodu City at home in the South West derby clash on Sunday.

Sodiq Ibrahim found the net in the 9th minute to give the Oluyole Warriors an early lead, but they were pegged back after Shola Adelani, with a timely touch to bring the Oga Boys level at the stroke of half-time.

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Bayelsa United and Warri Wolves continued their perfect run to the start of the Nigeria Premier Football League season with consecutive wins, while Plateau United continued their winless streak, NigeriaSoccernet.com reports.

The Prosperity Boys did not spear new Boys, Barau FC at the Samson Siasia Stadium as they defeated the Maliya Boys 2- 0.

Bayelsa United put up a strong performance in the second 45 of the game to beat the Kano side after the first half had ended goalless, amidst claims of a penalty on two occasions from the hosts.

The deadlock was finally broken from the spot, and Wisdom Magbisa was on hand to dispatch the ball into the net after 57 minutes.

Ofem Nneoyi doubled the lead after finishing a fine pass from substitute Shauibu Garba in the 78th minute as Bayelsa United held on for the win..

Warri Wolves following a 0-1 win over Katsina United away from home last week, secured a 2-0 win over former champions, Rangers International.

Goals from Godwin Oham at the stroke of half-time and Prince Ebhohon on 77 minutes were all the Seasiders needed to beat the Flying Antelope at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba.

9-time champions, Enyimba FC, won their first game of the season against Niger Tornadoes after a goalless draw against Barau FC last week

Joseph Abiodun's 6-minute goal gave the People's Elephant the victory at the Enyimba Stadium, Aba.

Ubong Friday scored from Emmanuel Nnaji's assist on 22 minutes to give Rivers United a 1-0 win over Kwara United at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Portharcourt.

Kano Pillars came from behind through Mustapha Umar to secure a point (1-1) after Ahmed Lamido had put Wikki ahead in 12 minutes.

Meanwhile, it was a day to forget for Plateau United after losing 1-2 to Katsina United.

Sadiq Abubakar gave Katsina United the lead on 12 minutes before Uche Collins' headed attempt on 60 minutes doubled the lead. Gideon Monday pulled one back for Plateau United on 71 minutes.

After two matches played in the league, Bayelsa United are first with six points same as Warri Wolves with the same points while Plateau United, that are yet to win, are bottom.

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After a 0-2 loss to Kwara United, the young Elephants fell to another 1-2 defeat at the hands of the young Peace Boys at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos.

The People's Elephant started the encounter with a push for their first win in a cagey affair until the defense's failed offside trap saw Pede Ezekiel alone with the goalkeeper as the striker put the ball behind the net to give the Jos Boys the lead three minutes before the end of the first half.

Enyimba FC continued the push for the equalizer, but Plateau United remained resolute to hold on to their lead. As the encounter wore on, the Aba giants seemed to have taken their foot off the gas as poor defending gave Plateau United their second goal in additional time.

Amos John was at the right place at the right time in the box to hit the ball beyond Enyimba's goalkeeper after 90 plus 4 minutes added time.

John Oscar pulled one back for Enyimba a minute later, but the goal only proved a consolation as the match ended 1-2, which saw Plateau United become the first team to progress to the semi-final.

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Atlantic Business FC and Plateau United U-19s had a good day in the office after getting off to a winning start in their Nigeria Youth League Cup Super Eight Championship on Monday, NigeriaSoccernet.com reports.

Atlantic Business FC turned the tables to beat Sunshine Stars 3-1 while Plateau United piped Kano Pillars 1-0 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos.

Yakubu set the ball rolling as he put the young Akure Gunners in the lead as early as 2 minutes of action, but God's Team continued to pile up the pressure for an equalizer.

And the equalizer came on 39 minutes after Shekinah Michael got on the right end of a goalmouth scramble to make it 1-1.

Michael put ABFC in the lead before the stroke of halftime as he tapped into an empty net following a fine cross from the right.

Oluwatobi Gbenga doubled the lead, consolidating victory on 75 minutes after Sunshine Stars' goalkeeper failed to clear the ball properly in the box to make it 1-3.

ABFC face Mailantarki Care FC on Tuesday evening in their second N-Youth League Cup match, while Sunshine Stars play Shuffle Select FC.

Plateau United also got a winning start following a 1-0 win over Kano Pillars courtesy of a 43-minute goal by Pede.

The match between Shuffle Select FC and Mailantarki Care FC ended goalless after 90 minutes.

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The Borno army piped Sunshine 1-0 to scale through and condemned the Akure Gunners to the Nigeria National League in Maiduguri.

Barnabas Daniel scored for El-kanemi Warriors at the 27th minute against Sunshine Stars FC for the win.

Heartland FC defeated fellow relegation bound team Akwa United, but it was not enough to see the Nazi Millionaires out of the relegation waters at the end of the day.

Isaac Nassy scored in 22 minutes while Daniel Ekpo, on 76 minutes, doubled the lead for Heartland before Chisom Orji pulled one back for Akwa United on 83 minutes.

Mubarak Said's goal on 34 minutes was all Katsina United needed to get a crucial win against Kwara United and stay afloat, 2 points away from the drop zone

In Aba, Enyimba FC fell to their first home loss this season against Plateau United courtesy of a 40th-minute goal from Abdullahi Yusuf.

It was goals galore in Ibadan as Shooting Stars Sports Club thrashed former champions, Rangers International 5-1 at the Lekan Salami Stadium.

A brace from Sodiq Ibrahim and goal each by Gbolagade Adelowo, Alex Aghahowa and Joshua Akpan made the only by the visitors through Bashir Usman a consolation.

It was a fight to finish in Lagos and Kaduna after a 5-goal thriller saw Ikorodu City pip Abia Warriors 3-2 while Niger Tornadoes edge Kano Pillars with the same scoreline.

Ayomide Cole on 37’ minutes, Tosin Oyedokun on 58 minutes and Musa Malik on 65 minutes gave Ikorodu City the three goals while Sunday Megwo's additional time goal in the first half and  a goal from Paul Samson on 75 minutes were the two goals from the visitors.

Rabiu Ali's early goal in the 4th minute for the visitors was cancelled by Godstime Joseph's goal from the spot three minutes later, bringing the first half to a 1-all scoreline.

Ismail Sarki gave the hosts the lead for the first time in the game on 66 minutes before Kufre Ebong doubled the lead on 84 minutes.

Naziru Auwali Ibrahim reduced the deficit on 87 minutes, but there was no comeback as the hosts saw off the game to take all points at the Ahmadu Bello Stadium.

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Kwara United, Ikorodu City, and Rangers International have all booked their places in the semi-final of the President's Federation Cup following wins in their quarter-final matches, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Kwara United came from behind to go into penalties and beat Akwa United 5-3 after 2-2 at regulation time and the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu.

Endurance Ebedebiri scored from the spot to put the Promise Keepers in front after a foul on Emmanuel Ini inside the box in the 15th minute.

Emmanuel Ini picked up a long ball from the right and calmly beat his marker before sending a left-footed curling shot into the top-right corner of the net to double the lead on 24 minutes.

However, Alalade Wasiu started the comeback for the Harmony Boys after reducing the deficit in the 35th minute before Junior Aimufua levelled the score at the stroke of half time.

The game progressed to a shootout after the score remained the same at full time, which was won by Kwara United.

Chiedozie Okorie scored in the 30th minute of play as Rangers International beat Plateau United 1-0 at Area 3 Football Pitch, Abuja.

Shola Adelani's goal from the penalty spot after 55 minutes played was all Ikorodu City needed to go past Wikki Tourist at Bwari Township Stadium.

Semi-final pairings

Ikorodu City vs Abakaliki FC

Kwara United vs Rangers International

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Ikorodu City continued their fine form in the league this season as they secured a point away from home to go third ok the log while Rivers Angels beat Sunshine Stars to remain in contention for the title, Nigeriaaoccernet.com reports.

The Lagos side played a 1-all draw against El Kanemi Warriors at the El Kanemi Warriors Stadium on Sunday.

Emmanuel Solomon put the Oga Boys in front in the 41st minute before Samaila Bello equalised four minutes later for the home side.

A goal in the 84th minute through Abba Suleiman earned Rivers United a win over struggling Sunshine Stars at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt.

The win keeps Rivers United hopeful of winning the league with 7 points adrift of league leaders, Remo Stars, with four matches remaining.

Vincent Temitope scored in the 23rd minute as Plateau United beat Akwa United 1-0 in Jos.

Michael Enaruna scored on 74 minute to help host Bendel Insurance secure a point against Nasarawa United after Abubakar Garba had put United in front on 42 minute.

Bayelsa United also went away to get a point after Rabiu Abdullahi equalised in 79 minutes, equalised Sunday Williams' goal on 38 minutes from the spot.

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Remo Stars failed to extend their lead more after playing a draw at home while Bendel Insurance recorded the only win as Abia Warriors remain strong for top 4 with a win in match day 33 of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report.

In Ikenne, the Remo Stars Stadium, it was league leaders Remo Stars playing a goalless draw against Katsina United.

Rivers United slipped in their own game, losing 0-2 Abia Warriors in at the Umuahia Township Stadium.

Goals from Emmanuel Ogbuagu and Ijoma Antoine for Abia Warriors were all that was needed for the home side to sail through 2-0.

The win means Rivers United could not reduce the gap by Remo Stars while Abia Warriors' are now on 53 points, 2 points adrift Rivers in third place.

Bendel Insurance moved 5th position with a crucial win away in Ilorin after Kayode Oke's 33 minutes goal gave the Benin Arsenals the win.

Sunshine Stars rekindled their hopes for survival in the league with a win over multiple champions, Enyimba FC at Ijebu Ode.

The Owena Waves defeated the People's Elephant 2-1 courtesy after Christian Nnaji in the 28th minutes cancelled Elmer Arunta's goal in the 8th minutes before Waheed Adebayo's goal in the 41st minutes.

Nasarawa United stayed strong to beat Plateau United 3-2 in Lafia.

Anas Yusuf opened score for the hosts on 22 minutes before Ugochukwu Leonard doubled the lead on 54 minutes.

However, Vincent Temitope pulled one back 4 minutes later to make the score 2-1, but Leonard scored another for the home side on 74 minutes to make it 3-1.

Sam Pam scored for the visitors after the additional time to raise the nerves of the hosts, but they held on for the win.

Kano Pillars compounded the woes of Lobi Stars beating them 2-0 courtesy fo goals from Ahmed Musa on 55 minutes and Naziru Auwalu Ibrahim at additional time from the spot 90 as they relegate from topflight football.

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A late goal from Boluwaji Sholumade sealed the all-important points at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt.

After a cagey affair leading to a scoreless situation from the first half to the 80th minute, the hosts got the goal following a great delivery from Taiwo Abdulrafiu and Boluwaji David headed the Pride of Rivers in front in the 84th minutes.

Lobi Stars played a 1-all draw against visiting Sunshine Stars of Akure in their Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 32 encounters held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu.

Ahmadu Liman opened the score for Sunshine Stars on 19 minutes, but the hosts failed to get the equalizer after they were awarded a penalty after Okafor Onyekachi’s goal-bound shot was handled by a Sunshine defender, but Onyekachi’s subsequent spot-kick was saved by the goalkeeper, keeping the visitors in front at the break.

In the 55th minute, Johnmark Aule calmly slotted home from close range after a well-timed pass from Onyekachi, bringing Lobi Stars back on level terms.

Lobi Stars' momentum in search of a winner ended when goalkeeper Itodo Akor was shown a red card for handling the ball outside his area on 85 minutes.

Lobi Emmanuel Danel comes on for Onyekachi Okafor who is sacrificed in the change as the match ended 1-1.

In a game riddled with controversy, Shooting Stars and Ikorodu City played a goalless draw at the Lekan Salami Stadium.

Mohammed Hussaini's goal in 33 minutes and Ahmed Family's 90 minutes penalty sealed a 2-0 win for Niger Tornadoes against El Kanemi Warriors.

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The Oga Boys came from a goal down to win the Ogbomosho side 3-1 at the Ijebu Ode Stadium.

Moses Ngede put Crown FC in front 2 minutes before Waliu Ojetoye restored parity in the 39th minute to end the first half 1-1.

Salau Yusuf put the Lagos side in front for the first time in the game on 58 minutes before

Ayomide Cole consolidated the win in 87 minutes.

In Abuja, Enyimba FC edged El Kanemi Warriors 1-0 courtesy of a Christian Nnaji first-half goal to reach the last 16 of the competition.

Vincent Temitope scored with a powerful strike in the 21st minute to give Plateau United the win over Sunshine Stars.

Reigning champions of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Rangers International have survived the fixture against Heartland FC to progress to the next round of the President Federation Cup.

The Flying Antelopes and the Naze Millionaires settled for a 1-1 draw at regulation time to move into penalties where they emerged 5-3 winners of the oriental derby at the Awka City Stadium, Anambra.

Shola AbdulRaheem's Goal in the 54 minutes ensures Kwara United progress to the round of 16 over Gombe United at the Lafia Township Stadium, Lafia.

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A lone goal scored late in the second half was all the Peace Boys needed to edge the Flying Antelopes at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium aka Cathedral.

The visiting side played effectively held the hosts who dominated play in the first half to keep score goalless in the first half.

In the second half, Rangers International continued on the high press, pushing to score, but thanks to the saves of Amah John to keep the score the same.

The momentum was sustained by both sides until the 72nd minutes where Plateau United dashed forward courtesy of substitute Mancha Sabbath who pulled out for Samuel Kalu to score.

Amah's goalkeeping and resolute defending kept the score at 0-1. A win that moves the Jos side to 11th position with 41 points in 31 matches.

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Plateau United got an important win towards their fight away from the drop zone with a hard fought win over Kano Pillars while Bendel Insurance claimed a slim win over Sunshine Stars on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Peace Boys came from a goal down to win 2-1 at the New Jos Stadium in the match day 30 encounter.

The host had to rallied back in the second half following Jerry Alex 31st minute goal that put the Sai Masu Gida side.

Sam Pam Jr head in from Daniel Itodo's throw-in on 58 minutes to level the score for the home side before Saka Gafar completed the comeback for Plateau Utd on 77 minutes, 9 minutes after coming off the bench.

At the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Kayode Oke's goal on 21 minutes was all Insurance needed to compound Sunshine Stars' woes.

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