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Bayelsa United stole the bright lights on a day leaders in both groups failed to win but retained their places atop both groups on MatchDay 12 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The weekend saw drama aplenty with goals and surprise results.
In Group A, Bendel Insurance stretched its unbeaten run to 12 after drawing 1-1 with Plateau United at the New Jos Stadium, Jos.
Akwa United moved to second on the log after beating Enyimba 1-0 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo.
Shooting Stars revived their chances of moving into the championship playoff after grabbing a vital away win at Kwara United with a 0-1 win.
Lobi Stars regained top of Group B after playing out a 1-1 draw with Enugu Rangers at Awka.
Doma United moved into the Championship playoff spots after defeating Niger Tornados 2-1 at the Pantani Stadium, Gombe.
Abia Warriors missed the chance to go top of the table in a heavy defeat to Bayelsa United at the Samson Siasia Stadium Yenegoa.
In what was a high scoring first half Bayelsa United raced to a 4-0 lead thanks to goals from Robert Mizo in the sixth minute, Alex Jerry in the 26th minute, Alex Oyowah in the 30th minute and Ikechi Stephen in the 38th minute. Abia Warriors pulled one goal back in the 41st minute. However, Alex Oyowah got his brace in the 44th minute to make it 5-1.
Wikki Tourists beat Dakkada 3-1 in Bauchi in a relegation six pointer. On Saturday, El-Kanemi Warriors added to the troubles of Nasarawa United in a 2-1 defeat of the Lafia side. The defeat saw Coach of Nasarawa United quitting the club.
