Safety Shooters are now back to the top of the summit after defeating Tojemarine Academy on day 6 of the Ardova Handball Premier League 2023 phase 1 in Benin City, Edo State.
Safety Shooters had to dig deep to earn a 29-25 victory over Tojemarine who have been termed giant killers after they shockingly defeated defending champion Kano Pillars on day 5 of the league.
Kano Pillars meanwhile, played out a 27-27 draw with Lagos Seasiders while Niger United came back to winning as they defeated Rima Strikers 24-22.
De Defenders got the biggest victory of the day as they expertly defeated Police Machine 33-19 while Confluence Stars got a comfortable 28-19 victory over Correction Boys.
Benue Buffaloes defeated Bendel the 27-20.
Adekeke Segun of the Lagos Seasiders was voted the MVP for day 6. There were no matches in the women category.
Day 6 Results
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1) Niger United vs Rima Strikers 24-22.
2) D:Defenders vs Police Machine 33-19.
3) Confluence Stars vs Correction Boys 28-19.
4) Bendel Dynamos vs Benue Buffaloes 20-27.
5) Tojemarine Academy vs Safety Shooters 25-29.
6) Kano Pillars vs Lagos Seasiders 27-27
