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.