Ikorodu City reclaimed leadership of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Sunday after securing a narrow 1–0 win over Abia Warriors, capping a dramatic Matchday 15 filled with late goals and decisive results across the country.
At the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Chidera Oparaocha’s 69th-minute strike was enough to push Ikorodu City back to the summit on 27 points, taking advantage of Nasarawa United’s setback in Warri.
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The Solid Miners slipped to a 1–0 defeat at the hands of Warri Wolves, with Othuke Egbo striking as early as the fifth minute to seal all three points for the hosts.
In Aba, champions Enyimba ended their recent wobble with a hard-earned 2–1 victory over Enugu Rangers.
Chidera Michael opened the scoring in the 42nd minute before Stanley Dimgba doubled the advantage late in the second half.
Rangers’ Kenechukwu Agu halved the deficit in stoppage time, but the visitors ran out of time as Enyimba held firm to secure the win.
One of the day’s most thrilling fixtures unfolded in Barau, where the hosts claimed a dramatic 3–2 victory over Kwara United.
Usman Maidubji and Muhammad Umar twice put Barau ahead, only for Kwara to respond through Chibuzor Eze Ogbodo and Aule Johnmark.
However, Stanley Oganbor delivered a stunning 90th-minute winner to seal all three points in a memorable five-goal contest.
Kun Khalifat strengthened their survival bid with a crucial 2–0 win over Plateau United. Lekan Gabriel broke the deadlock shortly after the restart, while Henry Ezeonye converted a penalty late on to wrap up the victory.
In Ibadan, Shooting Stars edged El-Kanemi Warriors 1–0 courtesy of a composed 29th-minute finish from Ismail Ayodele.
Bayelsa United and Katsina United settled for a 1–1 draw in Yenagoa, with both sides battling intensely but ultimately sharing the spoils.
The Matchday 15 outcomes leave Ikorodu City and Nasarawa United level on 27 points, though Ikorodu sit top on superior goal difference.
Niger Tornadoes and Rivers United follow closely on 23 points, with Rivers United still holding a game in hand.
At the lower end of the table, Bendel Insurance, Barau, Plateau United and bottom-placed Kano Pillars remain under increasing pressure as the relegation battle intensifies.
With the mid-season fast approaching, the NPFL continues to serve up unpredictable and gripping action—Matchday 15 proving no exception
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