In a thrilling NPFL Southwest derby clash, Remo Stars emerged victorious against Sunshine Stars with a 2-0 win, secured by two stoppage-time goals from Aniekeme Okon.

This triumph made sure Remo Stars’ maintained their lead in the League after match-day 17.

With 32 points in 17 games, Daniel Ogunmodede’s side continues to lead the table, showcasing a perfect record in Southwest derbies this season, having previously defeated 3SC and Sporting Lagos in Ikenne.

In Ilorin, Lobi Stars secured a notable away victory over hosts Kwara United, triumphing 2-0.

The Pride of Benue capitalized on a 21st-minute own goal by Godwin Oshagbemi and Stanley Oganbor’s fine header.

Enyimba also claimed a 2-0 victory against Sporting Lagos in Aba, narrowing the gap with league leaders Remo Stars to three points.

Eze Ekwutoziam’s 31st-minute penalty and a stoppage-time goal from substitute Elijah Akanni sealed the win for the champions.

Sporting Lagos’ defeat sees them drop into the relegation zone with 17 points from 16 matches.​

In Kano, Kano Pillars staged a second-half comeback, overcoming a goal deficit to beat Plateau United 2-1.

Abdullahi Haruna and Abdullahi Musa netted for the home side after Albert Hilary scored first for Plateau United in the first half.

Elsewhere, 3SC secured their first win in seven matches, edging out Bayelsa United 1-0, while Akwa United ended a three-game winless streak with a convincing 3-1 victory over Abia Warriors.

The win lifted Akwa United a point above the relegation zone, accumulating 18 points from 17 games.

The clash between Niger Tornadoes and Heartland concluded in a thrilling 3-2 win for the hosts, adding more excitement to the recent league action.

Full Results:

Akwa Utd 3-1 Abia Warriors
Enyimba 2-0 Sporting Lagos
Kano Pillars 2-1 Plateau Utd
Kwara Utd 0-2 Lobi Stars
Tornadoes 3-2 Heartland
Remo stars 2-0 Sunshine
3SC 1-0 Bayelsa Utd
Gombe Utd 1-1 Rivers Utd
Doma United 2-0 Katsina Utd
Insurance 2-0 Rangers