By Tolulope Oguntimehin
In the latest NPFL showdown, Remo Stars, known as the Sky Blue Stars, left no doubt about their championship aspirations. Despite near-misses in previous seasons, their relentless pursuit of glory shone through with a display of unmatched quality, quantity, and sheer determination.
Their clash with Enyimba showcased their tenacity, gripping onto victory like a dog with a bone. Samson Olasupo, a standout acquisition in the recent transfer window, reinforced his worth with another crucial goal, following Olamilekan Adedayo’s opener in the 28th minute. This victory widened the gap at the top to eight points over Rivers United and Remo Stars still have a game in hand.
Elsewhere, 3SC faced setbacks in Maiduguri, squandering a two-goal lead secured by Gideon Monday and Sodiq Ibrahim’s quick-fire goals on 35 and 45 minutes. Yet, reminiscent of their warrior spirit, El-Kanemi Warriors fought back valiantly, levelling the score with strikes from Barnabas Daniel and Suleiman Alabi in the 50th and 78th minute respectively.
In Enugu, The Cathedral fell silent as Mbwas Mangut’s side, Plateau United led a relentless onslaught, leaving the Flying Antelopes bereft of chances. Plateau United goalkeeper Amah John emerged as the star of the show with a dazzling display that denied Rangers any breakthrough despite their relentless efforts.
Meanwhile, Akwa United’s resurgence under Kennedy Boboye continues to gain momentum. Initially met with scepticism, Boboye, a seasoned tactician with a history of battling relegation, has steered Akwa United clear of danger with successive victories. Wins in Ilorin and at home against Niger Tornadoes have injected a glimmer of hope into their fight against relegation, marking a significant turn in their season.