Remo Stars secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Shooting Stars in a keenly contested South-West derby decided in Ikenne on Sunday.
The breakthrough came shortly after the restart, with Samuel Anakwe finding the back of the net in the 49th minute to hand the hosts all three points. The win proved significant for Remo Stars, as it lifted them out of the relegation zone and boosted their survival hopes.
Elsewhere, Rivers United suffered a major setback in their push for the title, falling to a 2-0 defeat against Warri Wolves in Ozoro. The home side took an early lead when Igbunu Evwierhurhoma converted from the penalty spot in the 12th minute. Othuke Egbo later sealed the victory with a late goal in the 90th minute, ensuring maximum points for Wolves.
The result saw Rivers United slip to second place on the league table, opening the door for Rangers to reclaim top position. Rangers moved back to the summit on goal difference despite being held to a goalless draw at home by Barau FC.
At the Lafia City Stadium, bottom-placed Kun Khalifat pulled off the surprise result of the day, defeating title-chasing Nasarawa United 1-0 away from home. Stanley Otu emerged as the hero, scoring the decisive goal deep into stoppage time to hand his side a rare but valuable win.
In other fixtures across the league, Kwara United recorded a comfortable 3-0 win over El-Kanemi, Katsina United edged Niger Tornadoes 1-0, while Kano Pillars delivered one of the standout performances with a commanding 4-0 victory against Bendel Insurance.
The latest round of matches has further tightened the race at both ends of the table, with the battle for the title and the fight against relegation continuing to intensify.
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