Remo Stars picked their second away win of the season after recording a 2-1 win against El-Kanemi Warriors in Maiduguri.
The first half ended without a goal as both teams were wasteful in front of goal.
However, Andy Okpe put the visitors in front with a fine and composed finish after ten minutes into the second half.
Captain of the side, Junior Nduka scored a free kick to double Remo Stars’ lead in Maiduguri in the 80th minute.
A good save from Kayode Bankole in the 85th minute maintained Remo Stars 2-goal lead.
El-Kanemi finally reduced the deficit with an fine finish, a minute into the end of regulation time.
With the game reaching its closing stages Remo Stars were reduced to ten men when Adebayo Abayomi was given his marching order.
Last minute rush from the host to take advantage of their numerical strength and get an equalizer didn’t pay off as Remo Stars held firm to the result.
The Sky Blues Army move to second position in Group A, with 20 points after 11 round of matches.
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