NPFL: Niger Tornadoes Pound More Misery On Kano Pillars As Abia Warriors Move Within A Point Off Top

Niger Tornadoes pounded more misery on struggling Kano Pillars as they escaped with maximum points from their weekend encounter.

The Solid Miners went to the Muhammad Dikko Stadium where they defeated home side Kano Pillars 2-0.

The Sai Masu Gida have been banished from Kano to Katsina due to crowd violence in their last home game against Shooting Stars.

Niger Tornadoes move to 3rd on the log, two points behind leaders Nasarawa United who have a game in hand.

Kano Pillars remain rooted to the bottom of the table with five points from nine games.

A brace from Azubuike Casmir ensured Abia Warriors picked all points at home to Barau FC.

The Umuahia based side have moved to 2nd on the table behind Nasarawa United who play later on Wednesday.

Elsewhere, Katsina United recorded a narrow home win against Wikki Tourist of Bauchi while Plateau United edged Enyimba FC 2-1.

Enugu Rangers were held to a goalless draw at home by Kwara United with Bendel Insurance holding hosts Kun Khalifat to a one all draw.

Warri Wolves put two goals past Bayelsa United in Delta to round up the weekend games.