Matchday 32 of the Nigeria Premier Football League delivered thrilling action across the country, with Rivers United returning to winning ways in style, while Remo Stars and Katsina United picked up valuable points on the road.

Matchday 32 of the Nigeria Premier Football League delivered thrilling action across the country, with Rivers United returning to winning ways in style, while Remo Stars and Katsina United picked up valuable points on the road.

Rivers United produced a commanding attacking display to defeat Kun Khalifat FC 4-2 in a high-scoring encounter. Aniekeme Okon opened the scoring in the 16th minute, while Iyowuna Douglas bagged a brace (40’, 82’) and Handsome Surveyor added another just before halftime. Goals from Abdulrafiu Omolabi and Sunday Adehi proved insufficient for the visitors.

In Maiduguri, Remo Stars battled to a 1-1 draw against El-Kanemi Warriors. Adewale Yusuf struck early for the hosts, but Victor Mbaoma equalised in the 36th minute.

The Abia derby saw Enyimba FC edge Abia Warriors 2-1. Chidera Michael broke the deadlock before Emeka Obioma struck late. A stoppage-time penalty converted by Williams was not enough for the visitors.

Niger Tornadoes secured a late 2-0 win over Wikki Tourists, with Abdullahi Shehu scoring from the spot before Tshimaga sealed victory in added time.

At the Lekan Salami Stadium, Shooting Stars SC defeated Rangers International 3-1. Sodiq Ibrahim netted twice, while Desmond added a third before a late consolation from Mustapha.

Katsina United held Barau FC to a goalless draw away from home, earning a valuable point.

In Lagos, Ikorodu City FC edged Sporting Lagos Wolves 4-3 in a pulsating seven-goal thriller. Abayomi Ayodeji and Joseph Arumala set the early pace, while Tosin Oyedokun delivered a decisive response after goals from Chisom Ogbuu and Igbunu Evwierhurhoma had brought Wolves back into contention.

Elsewhere, Bayelsa United recorded a convincing 4-1 victory over Kano Pillars to round off an action-packed matchday.

Full-Time Results:

El-Kanemi Warriors 1-1 Remo Stars

Shooting Stars 3-1 Rangers International

Barau FC 0-0 Katsina United

Niger Tornadoes 2-0 Wikki Tourists

Enyimba 2-1 Abia Warriors

Bayelsa United 4-1 Kano Pillars

Ikorodu City 4-3 Wolves

Rivers United 4-2 Kun Khalifat

The results further intensify the race across the table as the season approaches its decisive stages.

Samuel Ahmadu

Samuel Ahmadu is a distinguished multimedia journalist and women's football expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry. On the back of domestic engagement since 2008, he began his international career journey at Goal.com in February 2014, where he served as an African women's football correspondent for nearly eight years. During his tenure at Goal.com, Samuel covered major events such as three Women's Africa Cup of Nations (2016, 2018, 2022) and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada plus 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His work at Goal.com earned him widespread acclaim, particularly for his in-depth profiles of African football stars, notably Asisat Oshoala, whose rise he documented from her early years to her breakthrough at the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in 2014. Prior to his role at Goal.com, Samuel freelanced for various print and broadcast media outlets in Nigeria, including Graphics Newspaper, Radio Nigeria, Grace FM, and Savid Newspaper. His extensive experience and expertise led to his appointment to the Nigeria Football Federation's Standing Committee on Women's Football Development from 2016 to 2018. Since February 2018, Samuel has been the Social Media Manager for Nigeria's women's national teams.In 2019, Samuel joined the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as a women's football content contributor and was promoted to Women's Football Editor in 2021. His contributions to women's football continued as he worked as a Media Consultant for Content Creation and Editorials at the 2022 CAF Women's Champions League. Currently, Samuel also serves as the spokesman for the Nigeria Women Football League, further solidifying his influence and dedication to the growth of women's football in Africa.

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