Ikorodu City made a flying start to the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season, coming from behind to defeat newly promoted Ranchers Bees 3-1 and move to the top of the table, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report.

Ranchers Bees stunned the hosts by taking the lead in the seventh minute, but Umar Dan’Azumi restored parity for the Oga Boys in the 30th minute.

Ikorodu City completed the turnaround just before half-time when Abayomi Ayodeji found the net, before Farouk Salami converted a penalty in the 87th minute to seal a 3-1 victory.

Elsewhere, Rivers United announced their intentions with a convincing 2-0 home victory over Plateau United in Port Harcourt. Abdulrasheed Dabai opened the scoring in the sixth minute before Wasiu Falolu doubled the advantage in the 38th minute, handing last season’s runners-up a comfortable start.

Kwara United produced one of the weekend’s biggest comebacks, recovering from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Kano Pillars in Ilorin. Shola Abdulraheem gave Pillars an early lead in the 12th minute before Rabiu Ali doubled the advantage 17 minutes later.

Alex Jerry reduced the deficit two minutes after the restart, before completing the comeback with a dramatic equaliser in the seventh minute of stoppage time.

Bendel Insurance also came from behind to defeat Warri Wolves 2-1. Eventus Itolowo put Wolves ahead in the fifth minute, but Kayode Oke levelled from the penalty spot in the 20th minute. Alex Oweilayefa then scored two minutes into the second half to complete Insurance’s comeback.

In Minna, Niger Tornadoes edged Enyimba 2-1. Aliyu Goyi gave the hosts the lead in the 40th minute, while Wonah Williams restored parity for Enyimba in the 71st minute. Michael Olalusi, however, struck seven minutes later to secure all three points for Tornadoes.

Barau FC also enjoyed a winning NPFL debut, defeating Nasarawa United 3-1. Joseph Atule opened the scoring in the 15th minute, while Abubakar Abdullahi equalised for Nasarawa five minutes later.

Barau regained the lead through Al’Amin Umar in the 78th minute before Sugau Aliyu added a third four minutes later. Atule’s early goal also marked the beginning of his pursuit of a personal target of 20 goals this season.

Reigning champions Rangers were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Katsina United at their adopted home ground in Abeokuta. Luis Dadong put Katsina ahead in the 38th minute before Chibueze Oputa rescued a point for Rangers in the seventh minute of added time.

Rangers’ equaliser came after Katsina United goalkeeper parried Oputa’s effort into his own net.

Meanwhile, Doma United marked their return to the NPFL with a 2-0 victory over fellow returnees Sporting Lagos in Gombe. Sadiq Rilwan opened the scoring in the eighth minute before Daniel Simon added the second in the 75th minute to complete a winning return for the hosts.

With the opening round producing goals, comebacks and late drama, Ikorodu City emerge as the early pace-setters in the 2026/27 NPFL campaign.

Matchday 1 results:

Shooting Stars 2-1 Inter Lagos

Abia Warriors 0-0 Kun Khalifat FC

Kwara United 2-2 Kano Pillars

Barau FC 3-1 Nasarawa United

Bendel Insurance 2-1 Warri Wolves

Rangers 1-1 Katsina United

Niger Tornadoes 2-1 Enyimba

Ikorodu City 3-1 Ranchers Bees

Doma United 2-0 Sporting Lagos

Rivers United 2-0 Plateau United

Katsina United have clarified the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of their player Chinedu Ozor, who collapsed during a pre-season match against Niger Tornadoes in Katsina on Tuesday, NigeriaSoccernet.com reports.

Ozor reportedly collapsed during the Gusau/Ahlan Pre-season Cup encounter at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium and was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead by a doctor.

The club subsequently announced his death through its official communication channels. However, reports later emerged that the player had been moved from the morgue to an intensive care unit after medical personnel noticed movements in parts of his body.

Katsina United media officer Nasir Gide confirmed that Ozor was initially taken to Katsina General Hospital after being pronounced dead at another facility.

“When we rushed him to a nearby hospital, he was confirmed dead by a doctor. We collected a police report and took him back to Katsina General Hospital, where he was also said to be dead. They took his body to the morgue there,” Gide said.

“Later, the medical personnel informed us that he had been taken back to the ICU from the morgue when they noticed movements in his body.”

However, Katsina United issued a further statement on Wednesday to dispel reports that Ozor had regained consciousness, explaining that his family had requested additional medical confirmation before his body was taken to the morgue.

“Despite the efforts that followed, Chinedu sadly passed away,” the club stated.

The club also urged the public to disregard reports suggesting that the player had returned to life.

“We have seen reports claiming that Chinedu later regained consciousness or ‘came back to life.’ We understand that people desperately wanted this to be true. We all did. But sadly, those reports are not true.”

Katsina United said Ozor’s family had been overwhelmed by shock and continued to hope that further medical checks could produce a different outcome.

Heartland FC, Ozor’s former club, also paid tribute to the player following his death.

“Chinedu Ozor: You fought the good fight. You tried your best and strove to make the most of what we thought was a second chance you were given, but sadly, you could not make it.”

Meanwhile, Barau FC, one of the teams involved in the pre-season tournament, has reiterated its decision to withdraw from the competition, citing concerns over its organisation and the decision to continue the tournament following the incident.

The tragedy has once again raised questions about medical preparedness and emergency response at football venues in Nigeria.

Ozor’s death comes exactly one year after Shooting Stars assistant coach Akin Olowokere collapsed and died during a training session on August 11, 2025.

The Nigerian football community was also shaken in March 2020 when Nasarawa United defender Chineme Martins, 23, died after collapsing during a league match against Katsina United.

Following Martins’ death, the Nigeria Football Federation directed that league matches should not be played at venues without adequate medical equipment and personnel. Match commissioners and host football associations were also instructed to inspect and test medical facilities before approving venues for matches.

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Katsina United have strengthened their squad with the signing of Sierra Leone international goalkeeper Francis Koroma on a free transfer, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The 26-year-old joins the Chanji Boys ahead of the 2026/27 campaign as the club continues to reinforce its squad for the new season.

Koroma arrives with valuable international experience, having represented Sierra Leone at senior level, and is expected to add quality, competition and stability to Katsina United's goalkeeping department.

His arrival is another significant addition for the Chanji Boys as they seek to improve on their performances and enjoy a more successful outing in the forthcoming NPFL season.

The experienced goalkeeper completed the move as a free agent and will now look to establish himself as an important figure in Katsina United's squad during the 2026/27 campaign.

Wikki Tourists FC and Katsina United FC played out a dramatic 3–3 draw in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 25 clash, a game that was eventually abandoned following serious crowd disturbances and alleged attacks on match officials and club personnel, according to Nigeriasoccernet.com.

The encounter was brought to a halt shortly after Katsina United scored an equaliser late in the game, amid reports that the centre referee was attacked. This incident reportedly forced the reserve referee to step in, leading to a prolonged delay before the fixture was eventually abandoned after 90 minutes plus 22 minutes had been played.

In a related development, Katsina United chairman, Surajo Malumfashi, was reportedly injured following an alleged encroachment by Wikki Tourists supporters. He was reportedly given medical attention at a hospital in Bauchi. A video circulating on social media shows Malumfashi with a visible head injury, with blood stains on his shaved scalp.

As of the time of filing this report, neither Wikki Tourists FC nor Katsina United FC has released an official statement on the incident. The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) organisers are yet to comment on the situation.

According to match officials, the abandoned fixture is expected to resume at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, with the remaining 12 minutes scheduled to be completed, pending official confirmation from the league body.

On the pitch, the match delivered plenty of drama before the unfortunate scenes. Wikki Tourists made a fast start when Mairiga opened the scoring in the 5th minute. Katsina United responded through Collins, who netted the first of his hat-trick in the 20th minute. Jubrin restored the hosts’ lead from the penalty spot in the 27th minute, but Collins struck again in the 35th minute to bring the visitors level.

Ibrahim put Wikki Tourists ahead once more in the 53rd minute, only for Collins to complete his hat-trick with a well-taken goal in the 62nd minute, ensuring parity for Katsina United.

Following the outcome, Wikki Tourists sit 16th on the NPFL standings with 28 points from 24 matches, while Katsina United occupy 10th position with 33 points from the same number of games, as attention now shifts to the league’s decision on the abandoned fixture.

Rivers United closed out the NPFL season on a high, finishing the year top of the league table after a narrow home victory over Rangers International, while Kano Pillars boosted their survival hopes with a commanding win that lifted them out of the relegation zone in their match day 19 fixtures, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

At the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Boluwaji Sholumade’s second-half strike proved decisive as Rivers United edged Rangers 1–0. The forward found the breakthrough in the 53rd minute, a result that ensured Rivers United maintained their grip on first place heading into the new year.

Kano Pillars delivered one of the standout performances of the day, sweeping aside Nasarawa United 3–0. Mustapha Umar opened the scoring in the 23rd minute before second-half goals from Chiedozie Okorie (68’) and Jibrin Mustapha (72’) sealed a comprehensive victory that saw Pillars climb out of the relegation places.

In Ozoro, Warri Wolves and Wikki Tourists played out an entertaining 2–2 draw. Imamu Bala put Wikki ahead in the 37th minute before Ezekiel Oroh equalised early in the second half. Wolves briefly turned the game around through Seth Mayi on 56 minutes, but Bala struck again in the 76th minute to earn Wikki a share of the points.

Niger Tornadoes claimed a 2–0 victory over Barau FC, with Abdulaziz Dalhatu opening the scoring in the 35th minute. The points were sealed deep into stoppage time when Rickson Mendos added a second to cap a solid home display.

Katsina United earned a 1–0 away win at Kun Khalifat thanks to Richard Christopher’s 39th-minute strike.

El-Kanemi Warriors snatched a narrow 1–0 victory at Bayelsa United, with Sadiq Mohammed scoring just before halftime.

Ikorodu City beat reigning champions, Remo Stars 1–0 as Odinaka Alfred unleashed a spectacular long-range effort in the 40th minute, firing past goalkeeper Alladoum.

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The hosts, Katsina United, took the lead in the 22nd minute through Azeez Falolu, who found the net to give his side an early advantage.

Rivers United responded strongly and drew level when Stephen Manyo marked his return to the starting line-up with a goal, restoring parity for the Pride of Rivers in the 76th minute.

The draw ensures that Rivers United maintain their slim lead at the top of the NPFL standings with 34 points, holding a three-point advantage over second-placed Nasarawa United, who have a game in hand.

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Nasarawa United and Bendel Insurance strengthened their Nigeria Premier Football League campaigns on Monday evening with crucial victories that reshaped the standings at both ends of the table, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

In Lafia, Nasarawa United edged Shooting Stars 1–0 to reclaim top spot in the NPFL. The breakthrough came in the 65th minute when substitute Moyi Hassan unleashed a powerful strike to hand the Solid Miners all three points in a tightly contested match. The win underscores Nasarawa United’s growing consistency as the race for the title intensifies.

At the Ilorin Township Stadium, Bendel Insurance secured a vital 1–0 victory over Katsina United. Elmer Arunta provided the decisive moment in the 71st minute, finishing calmly to lift the Benin Arsenal out of the relegation zone. The result offers much-needed relief for the Benin side, who had been hovering dangerously near the bottom of the table.

With the win, Nasarawa United move back to the summit with 30 points, two ahead of second-placed Ikorodu City. Bendel Insurance, meanwhile, climbs from 19th to 15th place, now on 19 points after 16 matches, significantly improving their chances of survival as the season approaches its midpoint.

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The Gwagware Boys delivered a spirited performance, with goalkeeper Zalli Abdullahi standing out after pulling off four crucial saves to keep his side in control for much of the encounter. His impressive shot-stopping proved decisive as Katsina United secured maximum points against the People’s Elephant.

Katsina opened the scoring in the 32nd minute when youngster Jamilu Yusuf headed in a well-delivered cross from Mubarak Sani. A midfield error from Enyimba later allowed Katsina United to double their lead through Uche Collins, who capitalized on the mix-up in the 55th minute.

Enyimba responded three minutes later, pulling a goal back through Stanley Dimgba, who finished off a swift attacking move. The joy was short-lived, however, as Katsina restored their two-goal cushion just two minutes later when Uche Collins completed his brace with a powerful header.

Enyimba kept fighting and reduced the deficit again in the 67th minute through Nweke Kalu, who scored and assisted the first goal for the visitors. His strike brought his tally to three goals this season, but it was not enough to rescue a point.

Katsina United held firm in the closing stages to seal an important 3–2 win, lifting them to 8th place on the NPFL standings while Enyimba FC dropped to 14th position.

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The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has handed Katsina United a hefty ?9 million fine for violating league Framework and Rules during their matchday fixture against Barau FC on Saturday at the Ahmadu Dikko Stadium, writes Nigeraisoccernet.com.

According to an official statement from the league body, the club was found guilty of multiple breaches, including crowd misconduct and failure to provide adequate security, incidents which disrupted the smooth running of the match.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Katsina United have been ordered to play all subsequent home matches behind closed doors and at a neutral venue, the New Jos Stadium, until further notice.

The NPFL emphasized that the sanctions were necessary to protect the integrity of the competition and ensure the safety of players, officials, and spectators.

Katsina United have been granted 48 hours to appeal the ruling, should they choose to challenge the decision before the league’s disciplinary committee.

Katsina United players have received a cash reward of ?520,000 for earning a valuable away point in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday 11 fixture against Shooting Stars, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com.

 The Chanji Boys held the Oluyole Warriors to a 1–1 draw at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan, last Sunday.

The Katsina State Sports Commissioner, Surajo Yazid Abukur, and the club’s chairman, Surajo Malumfashi, jointly presented the cash gift to the players in appreciation of their spirited performance.

Abukur praised the team’s fighting spirit and assured them of the state government’s continued support.

“The players showed great determination and character to secure a point away from home. We will keep supporting and motivating them to achieve greater results,” Abukur stated.

With the result, Katsina United climbed to 10th place on the NPFL table with 16 points after 11 games.

The team will now look to build on that momentum when they host newly promoted Barau FC this weekend at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina.

Katsina United defeated the reigning champions of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Remo Stars, in the match day fixture played in Katsina on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Changi Boys overpowered the Sky Blue Stars 3-1 at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium to record their fourth victory of the season.

Akanni Elijah's excellent free kick gave the host the lead on 32 minutes, but Remo managed to equalise before halftime through Abubakar Ibrahim six minutes later as the first half ended 1-all.

Uche Collins restored the lead for Katsina United at the hour mark from the spot following a foul in the box.

Victory was consolidated by AbdulRahman Garba at the death of the game after additional time, following goalkeeper Sabitou's failure to handle a free kick properly as Garba pounced to score from the follow-up

The win leaves Katsina United sixth on the log after eight matches played, while Remo Stars are in twelfth position after seven matches played.

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Katsina United edged Wikki Tourist in the last game of the Nigeria Premier Football League week five matches, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

They defeated Wikki Tourist 1-0 at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium on Monday night.

Captain of the side, Usman Barau, scored in the 17th minute, a goal that was enough to get maximum points at the end of 90 minutes.

Katsina United climb up to 4th after their win over Wikki Tourists, with three wins and two losses, which earns them nine points.

Katsina United play Nasarawa United in their next match on Sunday.

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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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New comers Barau FC and Kun Khalifat FC started their debut season of the Nigeria Premier Football League with a draw against former champions Enyimba FC and Rangers International while Bayelsa United secured away points against Shooting Stars Sports Club, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

In Kano, Barau FC held nine-time champions, Enyimba 0-0 at the Sani Abacha Stadium while Kun Khalifat FC held seven-time champions, Rangers International to a goalless draw at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in the oriental derby.

In an end to end encounter, the Maliya Boys held their own against the Aba giants causing problems while going forward and defending resolutely to keep Enyimba at bay.

The momentum achieved in the second half saw the visitors reduced to a man after Mujeeb Odufeso's reckless tackle on 87 minutes as Enyimba survived last minutes scare to get the draw.

Kehinde Malik got on the end of the corner kick crossed in by Nneoyi Ofem in the 30th minutes to give Bayelsa United a slim win over Shooting Stars Sports Club in Ibadan.

Another away win was recorded at Muhammadu Dikko Stadium as Warri Wolves defeated Katsina United 0-1 courtesy of a 76th minutes goal by Igbunu Evwierhurhona.

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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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Reigning champions secured an emphatic win over Lobi Stars in a six-goal thriller, while Enyimba FC returned to winning ways against Kano Pillars in Aba in Nigeria Premier Football League matches played on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Relegated Lobi Stars' poor run of form continued at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, aka Cathedral, after they lost 2-4 to the Flying Antelopes.

Williams Wonah gave Rangers the lead on 14 minutes before Segun Oloruntoba restored parity for Lobi Stars on 23 minutes.

Godwin Obaje restored Rangers' lead on 31 minutes as the league giants held on to a slim lead at the end of the first half.

Isaac Saviour extended the lead on 51 minutes, but Ifeanyi Assurance reduced the deficit two minutes later.

Obaje sealed the win for Rangers International with a goal on 62 minute to end the encounter 2-4.

Enyimba secured a crucial 3 points after beating Kano Pillars 2-1 at the Enyimba International Stadium.

After Joseph Atule put the Aba giants in front after 34 minutes, Brown Ideye doubled the lead on 48 minutes. Naibe Akpesiri pulled one back on 81 minutes for the Sai Masu Gida, but Enyimba held on for the win.

Abia Warriors were mauled by Katsina United after they fell to a 5-1 loss at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium

Mubarak Said started the onslaught with a goal in the second minutes of play before Bello Lukman doubled the lead three minutes later.

Abia Warriors tried to bring themselves back to the game by pulling one back in the eleventh minute through Antoine Ijoma as the first 45 ended 2-1.

Nura Abdulbari in the 56th minute killed every hope of a comeback with the Solid Miners' third, restoring the two-goal lead before Bello extended the with his second of the day 6 minutes later.

Ahmed Taofeek put the icing on the cake at additional to make it 5-1 and give Katsina United a Big win over the top 3 chasers, Abia Warriors.

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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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Ikorodu City recorded their biggest win in club history with a 6-0 annihilation of Katsina United in the Nigeria Premier Football League on Thursday, Nigeriasiccernet.com reports.

After their outing in Ibadan where they secured a point, Oga Boys returned home to claim all three points, putting on a five-star performance at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan Lagos.

The rain of goals in the match day 31 rescheduled game started with 13 minutes of play as Emmanuel Solomon put the hosts in front.

Ojetoye Waliu broke free down the right, and Emmanuel Solomon met his low cross at the center to give Ikorodu City the lead.

Shola Adelani doubled the lead six minutes after the half-hour mark. The scorer turned provider as Emmanuel Solomon delivered the deftest passes to find Shola in the box to head in.

Ikorodu City confidently moved into the dressing room at half-time with the comfortable lead.

The Lagos side increased the lead after 10 minutes of play in the second half as substitute Oyedokun Tosin made it three.

Ayomide Cole turned his marker inside out and squared it in for Tosin to score.

In the 71st Cole got his own goal, finding the bottom corner following a superb cross from Ojetoye Waliu as the score turned 4-0.

Oladimeji Dada scored his maiden goal for Ikorodu City 10 minutes later to give his side an unassailable lead after conne brilliantly to a delightful cross from Waliu again at the back post

Four minutes to regulation time Cole put the icing on the cake to make it 6-0 with a thunderous finish for his brace,

With the win, Ikorodu City now has 49 points from 32 matches, to topple Shooting Stars and is just a point behind third-placed Abia Warriors.

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The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has officially postponed the Matchday 31 fixture between Ikorodu City and Katsina United, initially scheduled for Thursday, March 27, 2025.

Reason for Postponement

According to NPFL Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi, the decision follows a request from Ikorodu City due to the unavailability of the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos.

Rescheduling Conditions

The NPFL has granted a waiver for the postponement.

A new date will be fixed no later than Matchday 33.

The NPFL will communicate the rescheduled date to both clubs.

The postponement means Ikorodu City and Katsina United will have to wait for a new date before resuming their league battle.

Katsina United got an important win at home against Shooting Stars Sports Club of Ibadan  courtesy of a late strike by Ahmed Taofeeq in their match day 28 fixture, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Shooting Stars Sports had effectively managed the game for almost entire duration of the game, but a late goal denied a point at the Muhammadu Diko Stadium.

A keenly contested encounter saw the sides with nothing to separate them after 45 minutes.

The second half took a higher tempo with the hosts piling the pressure for a goal, but the visitors remained the resolute.

However, when it seemed the points will be shared, Taofeeq with fine skill turn the defender to hit a low shot beyond the goalkepper after a fine team play some minutes into the seven added minutes after 90 minutes.

The win moves Katsina United to 13th position with 36 points pending the remaining matches to be played this weekend.

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