Rangers Defeat Bayelsa United 2-0 to Stay Top

Rangers achieved a 2-0 victory against Bayelsa United in Yenagoa, allowing them to remain at the top of the league standings with 62 points. This win provided a slim advantage over their closest rival, River United, who outclassed Abia Warriors with a 3-0 win in Port Harcourt, bringing their total to 61 points.

In other matches, Barau FC, newly promoted, triumphed over El Kanemi Warriors with a score of 3-0, placing them in 8th position with 49 points. Sundai Anthoni opened the scoring for Barau FC in the 33rd minute, followed by Henri Ezeony doubling the lead in the 70th minute, and Joseph Atul sealing the victory in the 79th minute.

Meanwhile, Kano Pillars continued their steady movement away from the relegation zone with a 2-1 win over 3SC, while Nasarawa United's continental hopes were dented by a 3-2 loss to Plateau United.