Remo Stars have ascended to the summit of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League following a decisive 2-0 victory over Bayelsa United on Sunday. The Match Day 18 clash at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne was a nail-biter until the final moments, with Jabbar Malik stepping up to deliver two late goals in the 84th and 88th minutes. The win propels Remo Stars to 33 points after 18 games, with 21 goals scored and 11 conceded. They edge out Rivers United at the top of the table on goal difference.
Rivers United, who had been leading the pack, slipped to second place after a 1-1 draw with Nasarawa United in Lafia. Kabiru Abdullahi’s 50th-minute penalty salvaged a point for Rivers after Nasarawa United took an early lead in the 14th minute through Joshua John.
Shooting Stars Stun Rangers in Enugu
One of the weekend’s standout results came in Enugu, where Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan shocked Rangers International with a 1-0 victory. Ikouwem Udo’s 28th-minute strike proved decisive, catapulting 3SC into third place with 30 points from 18 games. Rangers, now fourth, trail closely with 28 points.
Other Match Day 18 Results
Elsewhere, Abia Warriors secured a comfortable 2-0 win over Ikorodu City. Ijoma Desouza and Sunday Megwo scored both goals for Imama Amapakabo’s side.
Kwara United edged out Katsina United 1-0, while Bendel Insurance continued their strong run with a 1-0 victory against Lobi Stars on Saturday.
Ahmed Musa scored the winning goal as Kano Pillars defeated Niger Tornadoes 2-1 at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Saturday. Rashid Alhassan gave Kano Pillars the lead on the half hour mark, while Mohammed Goyi equalised for the visitors on the hour mark. Musa netted the winning goal deep into stoppage time.
Sunshine Stars of Akure also earned a crucial 1-0 win against fifth-placed El-Kanemi Warriors in Ikenne, boosting their position in the league standings. Peter Awosanmi netted the winning goal six minutes from time.
Upcoming Matches
Match Day 18 action continues with two fixtures yet to be played. Akwa United will host Heartland FC on Monday, while Plateau United welcome Enyimba International to Jos on Thursday, promising more excitement as the league heads toward its climax.
