Enugu Rangers striker Israel Abia is back on top of the NPFL goals chart with 12 goals after his brace at Dakkada FC Wednesday.
Abia’s two goals ensured Rangers beat Dakkada FC 3-2 to climb to fourth on the NPFL table.
Kano Pillars midfielder Auwalu Ali, Plateau United striker Ibrahim Mustapha and Ndifreke Effiong from Akwa United are pushing Abia for the Goal King prize as they have netted 11 goals each.
Enyimba striker Victor Mbaoma scored in the 2-0 win at bottom club Adamawa United to now record nine goals, while Katsina United winger Tasiu Lawal has thus far fired eight goals.
Last season, Ibrahim Sunusi (Nasarawa United) and Mfon Udoh (Akwa United) finished joint top scorers of the league with 10 goals apiece.
