Today, Enyimba consolidated their leadership of the NPFL after they shaded a five-goal thriller against Bendel Insurance today.
‘The People’s Elephant’ won 3-2 in front of their fans to now record 11 points from five matches.
Insurance stunned the home fans after only three minutes when Chinedu Nwosu put them ahead.
However, the hosts fought back with an equalizer by Abiodun Joseph on 18 minutes, only for Insurance to again regain the lead on the hour courtesy of Wisdom Udom.
Enyimba showed character when Kalu Nweke converted a penalty in the 66th minute, before Chidera Michael got the winning goal.
Shooting Stars beat promoted Kun Khalifat 2-1, Niger Tornadoes were truly at home when they beat Ikorodu City 4-2, while Nasarawa United posted a 2-1 win at Bayelsa United.
El Kanemi Warriors pipped
Matches involving Remo Stars, Rivers United, Kwara United and Abia Warriors were all postponed as they are involved in continental action this weekend.
