Holders Enyimba defeated Akwa United 3-2 in a thrilling contest in Aba on Sunday, reports Completesports.com.
George Finidi’s side took the lead through Innocent Gabriel in the 12th minute.
Chijioke Mbaoma doubled Enyimba’s lead three minutes later.
Akwa United rallied back with Kufre Ebong reducing the deficit from a header late in the first half.
David Philip equalised for the Promise Keepers with a direct free kick in the 67th minute.
Enyimba regained the lead two minutes later with Somiari Alalibo firing home a free kick.
Remo Stars recorded the only away win of the day, beating Bayelsa United 2-1 in Yenagoa.
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Former Flying Eagles forward Adams Olamilekan gave the Sky Blues the lead on four minutes after he was set up by Samuel Anakwe.
Substitute Sikiru Alimi doubled Remo Stars lead 12 minutes from time.
Ekeson Okorie reduced the deficit for the hosts in the 88th minute.
Former champions Rivers United were held to a 0-0 draw by Kwara United at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt.
At the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan, Shooting Stars recorded their second win of the season, edging past Gombe United 2-1.
Aliko Bala silenced the home fans with the opening goal for Gombe United on 10 minutes.
Captain Malomo Taofeek scored twice after the break to ensure the hosts went home with the maximum points.
FULL RESULTS
Enyimba FC 3-2 Akwa Utd
Bayelsa Utd 1-2 Remo stars
Abia warriors 1-0 Kano pillars
Rivers Utd 0-0 Kwara Utd
Rangers Int 2-1 Niger Tornadoes
Sporting Lagos 0-0 Doma Utd
Shooting stars 2-1 Gombe Utd
