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EuroMatch NPFL: Ikorodu City Return to Winning Ways as Salami, Ikechukwu Sink Kwara United in Lagos
Ikorodu City returned to winning ways in the EuroMatch Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after securing a convincing 2-0 victory over Kwara United in their Matchday 8 encounter at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos.
Sports247 reports that the Oga Boys made an explosive start, taking the lead just two minutes into the contest through Salami Farouk, who rose highest to head home following a well-delivered throw-in by Ujunwa Elijah.
The early breakthrough gave Ikorodu City the momentum they needed, putting Kwara United under immediate pressure as the visitors struggled to contain the hosts’ attacking threat.
Ikorodu City continued to push forward and doubled their advantage in the 36th minute when Ikechukwu Junior found the back of the net with another well-taken header.
The forward connected with a delivery from Olumide Akinwande to beat the Kwara United defence and give the hosts a comfortable 2-0 lead before the interval.
The goal was particularly significant for Ikechukwu, who has now registered three goals in the league this season, further underlining his growing importance to the Ikorodu City attack.
With two goals separating the sides at half-time, Kwara United faced the task of mounting a second-half comeback against a determined home team eager to secure maximum points.
The Harmony Boys, however, were unable to find a way back into the contest as Ikorodu City maintained their advantage and protected their clean sheet.
Kwara United’s difficult afternoon was compounded in the 86th minute when Saheed Olaniyi was sent off after receiving a second yellow card for a reckless challenge. The dismissal left the visitors with 10 men during the closing stages and further reduced their chances of salvaging a result.
The final whistle confirmed a 2-0 victory for Ikorodu City, providing a timely response after their Matchday 7 defeat to Rivers United, when they lost 2-0.
For the Lagos-based side, the result represents an important return to winning form as they continue their campaign in the NPFL.
Meanwhile, Kwara United will need to regroup and address their shortcomings as they look to bounce back in their next league fixture.
Ikorodu City will take confidence from their clinical first-half display, with Salami and Ikechukwu’s headed goals proving decisive in securing all three points at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena.
Three miners were reportedly killed by gunmen on Friday at a mining site in the Jamus area of Kazok village, Gashish District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
In a statement on Friday, Rwang Tengwong, the spokesman for the Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM), said the incident occurred at about 3:00 p.m.
He identified the deceased miners as John Mafulul, 53, and Ezekiel Yohanna, 50.
“These were not just two names added to a list of civilians killed by the armed Fulani terrorists; they were human beings with families, loved ones and people who depended on them,” Mr Tengwong said.
He explained that in another incident, Bulus Chun Pam was reportedly attacked on Wednesday and sustained injuries during the incident that occurred in the Foron district of Barkin Ladi.
Mr Tengwong noted that Mr Pam was taken to Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) for treatment and later died on Friday.
“His death is another painful loss to his family and community, who would have hoped and prayed for his recovery,” Mr Tengwong stated.
He said the group was deeply concerned about the recurring attacks and mourned the victims of previous incidents.
According to him, the situation is particularly troubling because residents should be able to work, travel and go about their daily activities without the constant fear of being attacked.
“Mining sites, farmlands, rural settlements and community roads should not become places where residents risk losing their lives simply because they are trying to survive,” he said.
The state police spokesman, Alfred Alabo, did not immediately respond to Peoples Gazette’s request for comment.
On June 16, five miners were killed at a mining site after gunmen invaded Gero village, Gy district of the Jos
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