Enyimba International Football Club of Aba climbed to the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table after securing a 2-0 away victory against Bayelsa United at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa, on Sunday.
The two-time CAF Champions League winners, who endured a challenging 2024/25 campaign, showed renewed intent under coach Stanley Eguma. After a goalless first half, Chidera Michael broke the deadlock in the 78th minute. Five minutes later, Kalu Nweke sealed the win with a composed strike to hand the People’s Elephant their second win of the season.
The victory moves Enyimba top of the NPFL standings with eight points from four matches, boasting two wins and two draws without defeat. They will next host Bendel Insurance at the Enyimba International Stadium on September 21, while Bayelsa United will look to bounce back when they face Nasarawa United.
Elsewhere, Kano Pillars earned their first win of the season with a 1-0 victory over Enugu Rangers at the Sani Abacha Stadium. Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa opened his scoring account for the season in the 65th minute, making amends after teammate Rabiu Ali had earlier missed a penalty. The result lifts Pillars out of the relegation zone.
Plateau United stunned reigning champions Remo Stars with a 2-0 win, while newly promoted Kun Khalifat impressed with a 3-1 triumph over El-Kanemi Warriors. In Lagos, Ikorodu City defeated Barau FC 2-0 in a morale-boosting performance.
Rivers United edged Shooting Stars 1-0 in Port Harcourt, leaving the Ibadan side bottom of the table with just two points from four matches. Abia Warriors maintained their fine start by defeating Katsina United 1-0 in Umuahia, while Nasarawa United overcame Wikki Tourists 1-0.
In Uzoro, Kwara United and Warri Wolves played out a goalless draw in a tight contest defined by defensive resilience.
NPFL Matchday 4 Results
- Bendel Insurance 1–0 Niger Tornadoes
- Abia Warriors 1–0 Katsina United
- Kano Pillars 1–0 Rangers Int’l
- Plateau United 2–0 Remo Stars
- Kun Khalifat 3–1 El-Kanemi Warriors
- Rivers United 1–0 Shooting Stars
- Warri Wolves 0–0 Kwara United
- Bayelsa United 0–2 Enyimba
- Nasarawa United 1–0 Wikki Tourists
- Ikorodu City 2–0 Barau FC
With early frontrunners setting the pace, newcomers making statements, and some established sides struggling, the 2025 NPFL season is already shaping up to be fiercely competitive.
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