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NPFL: Ogunlye earns Plateau last-minute win as Osarenkhoe secures another three points for Insurance

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It was a dramatic moment in Jos between Enyimba and Plateau United as a last-minute strike from Kazeem Ogunleye gave the Peace Boys their first win of the season after their shocking defeat to Bendel Insurance on Thursday.

Finidi George and his boys were determined to cause havoc on Plateau United as they did in their first game against Nasarawa United at the New Jos Stadium, but it went south for the Elephants, who faced a defeat and two red cards during the encounter.

The game between the People Elephants and the Peace Boys witnessed critical injuries on both sides.

In the seventh minute, the combination of Chappy Katoh and Mustapha Ibrahim setup Sunday Anthony, whose shot slightly missed the target. Three minutes later, Ibrahim’s breathtaking header from Daniel Itodo’s long throw was saved by Olorunleke Ojo.

Meanwhile, the visitors tried to get an opener with former MFM player, Elijah Akanni cross forcing Yakubu Adam to score an own goal in the 20th minute. The Elephants then suffered a setback after Emeka Obioma replaced injured Mbaoma

Five minutes later, Enyimba broke the deadlock with Chibuike Nwaiwu’s header to a close range cross from his teammate.

Meanwhile, the visitors tried to get an opener with former MFM player, Elijah Akanni cross forcing Yakubu Adam to score an own goal in the 20th minute. The Elephants then suffered a setback after Emeka Obioma replaced injured Mbaoma

Five minutes later, Enyimba broke the deadlock with Chibuike Nwaiwu’s header to a close-range cross from his teammate.

Having conceded another goal at home, the peace boys tried to salvage the lead at the half-hour mark with Ifeanyi Emmanuel heading Itodo’s throw.

Ifeanyi scored the hosts an equaliser six minutes later from a well-set-up ball from Mustapha Ibrahim as he headed home his third goal of the season.

However, at the cusps of halftime, Plateau United replaced the injured Izuchukwu Chimezie for Kazeem Ogunleye.

Ogunleye was the first player to test Leke Ojo five minutes into the second half after his shot was parried for a corner by the goalkeeper.

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Plateau United Crush Ikorodu City 4–1, Boost Survival Push with Statement Home Win

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Plateau United delivered one of their most impressive performances of the season, thrashing high-flying Ikorodu City 4–1 in a dominant NPFL encounter to strengthen their position on the table.

The Peace Boys showed intent from the start and maintained control throughout the game, with second-half substitute Ossy Martins emerging as the standout performer after grabbing a brace to seal the emphatic victory.

The result marks a significant boost for Plateau United, who have struggled for consistency this season. Defeating a top-performing side like Ikorodu City not only restores confidence within the squad but also signals their determination to finish the campaign strongly.

Beyond the scoreline, the win could prove pivotal in their push away from the lower half of the table, easing pressure on the team while reigniting belief among supporters.

Attention now shifts to their next fixture, where Plateau United will be aiming to build on this momentum and secure another positive result as the league season approaches its final stages.

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NPFL: Ikorodu City stumble in title race, Abia Warriors seal narrow win

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Ikorodu City suffered a 4-1 heavy defeat to Plateau United in their match-day 33 encounter at the Lafia City Stadium on Easter Monday.

The Oga Boys remain in third position on the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, table with 52 points, three adrift leaders Rangers.

Ossy Martins (brace), Kazeem Adeyanju, and Victor Dawa were on target for Plateau United in the game.

Ikorodu City got their goal through Moses Ali.

In Umuahia, Abia Warriors boosted their chances of securing a continental ticket courtesy of a 1-0 victory over Bayelsa United.

Emeka Obioma netted the decisive goal two minutes before the hour mark.

Abia Warriors moved to fourth position with 52 points, while Bayelsa United stayed in 16th position with 40 points.

 

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