Sporting Lagos continued their impressive push for promotion with a 2–0 away victory over Godswill Akpabio FC in Calabar, starting the new year on a strong note and retaining their position at the top of the Conference B table, thanks to the versatile forward Akanji Seun late win.
The Lagos-based side showed composure and intent from the opening minutes, controlling possession and dictating the rhythm of the encounter.
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Their dominance paid off just before the break when Victor struck in the 45th minute, giving Sporting Lagos a crucial lead heading into halftime.
Godswill Akpabio FC attempted to respond in the second half, but Sporting Lagos remained disciplined defensively and patient in their approach.
The visitors sealed the result late in the game as Akanji Seun found the back of the net in the 85th minute, calmly finishing to double the advantage and put the contest beyond doubt.
The victory further strengthens Sporting Lagos’ grip on the summit of Conference B and reinforces their status as strong contenders for a return to the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).
With consistency on the road and growing confidence within the squad, the club’s promotion ambition continues to gather momentum.
The win in Calabar also followed a positive end to the previous year for Sporting Lagos. Akanji Seun had earlier played a decisive role in a 2–1 home victory against Ekiti United, scoring the match-winning goal to ensure the team closed the year on a high and in celebratory fashion.
That sequence of results underlines Sporting Lagos’ resilience and attacking efficiency, with key players delivering at crucial moments. As the season progresses, the Lagos-based side appear well-positioned to sustain their title charge, with performances reflecting a clear objective — a swift return to the NPFL.
With momentum firmly on their side, Sporting Lagos will now look to build on this strong start to the year as Conference B action intensifies.
