Ikorodu City Stun Kwara United, Rivers United Stay in the Hunt, Remo Stars Lead

The Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) Round 23 delivered thrilling action, unexpected upsets, and crucial late victories that added more tension to both the title race and relegation battle.

El Kanemi Warriors Edge Nasarawa United

In Maiduguri, a 33rd-minute strike from Umar Al Amin secured a narrow 1-0 win for El Kanemi Warriors, boosting their push for a continental spot.

Remo Stars Hold Off Kano Pillars

At Ikenne, Remo Stars took an early lead through Alimi Sikiru and Auwalu Ibrahim Abubakar. Despite Kano Pillars’ late push, the home side held on for a crucial 2-1 victory to stay top of the table.

Shooting Stars Grab Late Winner Over Bendel Insurance

A tense battle in Akure was settled in the 81st minute when Godwin Odibo struck to secure a 1-0 win for Shooting Stars.

Katsina United Leave It Late Against Heartland

Muhammed Ibrahim’s 90th-minute goal gave Katsina United a dramatic 1-0 win, deepening Heartland’s relegation woes.

Bayelsa United and Rangers Play Out Goalless Draw

Despite attacking efforts from both sides, Bayelsa United and Enugu Rangers settled for a 0-0 stalemate in Yenagoa.

Niger Tornadoes and Plateau United Share the Spoils

Papa Daniel gave Niger Tornadoes the lead in the second half, but Samuel Kalu’s late equalizer ensured a 1-1 draw in Minna.

Ikorodu City Stage Comeback to Stun Kwara United

Kwara United struck in the opening minute through Junior Aimufua, but Ikorodu City responded with goals from Ajeyigbe Toheeb and Shola Adelani to claim a 2-1 win.

Abia Warriors Crush Sunshine Stars

A dominant first half saw Abia Warriors cruise to a 3-0 victory with goals from Chidozie Iwundu, Ijoma Desouza, and Samuel Ogunjimi.

Akwa United Edge Enyimba in Tight Contest

Jacob Ogunleye and Uche Sabastine found the net for Akwa United, sealing a 2-1 win over Enyimba despite Issah Mohammed’s consolation goal.

Rivers United Secure Late Winner Against Lobi Stars

At the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Timothy Zachariah’s 88th-minute goal handed Rivers United a crucial 1-0 victory, keeping their title ambitions alive.

NPFL Round 23 Results at a Glance

• El Kanemi Warriors 1-0 Nasarawa United

• Remo Stars 2-1 Kano Pillars

• Shooting Stars 1-0 Bendel Insurance

• Katsina United 1-0 Heartland

• Bayelsa United 0-0 Enugu Rangers

• Niger Tornadoes 1-1 Plateau United

• Ikorodu City 2-1 Kwara United

• Abia Warriors 3-0 Sunshine Stars

• Akwa United 2-1 Enyimba

• Rivers United 1-0 Lobi Stars

Standings: A Tight Race for the Top

Remo Stars remain at the summit, with Shooting Stars and Rivers United close behind. Abia Warriors and Enugu Rangers continue their chase for the top spots.

Relegation Battle: Struggles at the Bottom

Lobi Stars sit at the bottom, while Nasarawa United, Akwa United, and Sunshine Stars are fighting to avoid the drop.