Ahmed Musa’s late goal secured a vital point for Kano Pillars in a 2-2 draw against Heartland at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Sunday.
Heartland took the lead six minutes into the second half through Suraj Lawal, but Rabiu Ali equalized for the hosts in the 57th minute. Lawal quickly restored Heartland’s advantage just two minutes later, only for Musa to step up with a crucial strike 15 minutes before the final whistle.
**Other NPFL Highlights:**
– **South West Derby Drama:** Ikorodu City extended their unbeaten streak to three games with a 2-1 victory over Shooting Stars at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos. Anthony Okachi opened the scoring for 3SC in the 14th minute, but Shola Adelani and Rivio Ayemnwere turned the game around for Ikorodu City.
– **Top Clash Ends in Stalemate:** In Ikenne, Remo Stars and Rivers United shared spoils in a 1-1 draw in the weekend’s marquee matchup.
– **Rangers Triumph in Thriller:** Enugu Rangers edged Bendel Insurance 3-2 in a five-goal spectacle.
**Full Weekend Results:**
– **Kwara Utd 2-0 Plateau Utd**
– **Rangers 3-2 Bendel Insurance**
– **Sunshine Stars 1-0 Lobi Stars**
– **Abia Warriors 1-1 Enyimba**
– **Remo Stars 1-1 Rivers Utd**
– **Bayelsa Utd 1-1 Katsina Utd**
– **Ikorodu City 2-1 Shooting Stars**
– **El-Kanemi 1-0 Tornadoes**
– **Kano Pillars 2-2 Heartland**
This round of Nigeria Professional Football League action delivered intense battles, with teams showcasing resilience and determination across the board.
