Rivers United reclaimed top spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following a 1-0 win over Abia Warriors.

Ndifreke Effiong scored the winning goal two minutes before the hour mark.

Rivers United now top the standings with 25 points from 13 games.

At the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina United defeated Remo Stars 2-0.

Azeez Falolu and Boslam Dawi scored both goals for the Ikon Allah Boys.

In Ibadan, Anthony Okachi scored the decisive goal as Shooting Stars edged Bayelsa United 1-0.

Former champions Plateau United claimed a 2-0 victory over Nasarawa United in Jos.

Shina Kumater scored an own goal in the 51st minute to hand Plateau United the lead.

Olawale Doyeni doubled the home team’s advantage nine minutes from time.

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