Nasarawa United fight back to beat 10-man Plateau United 3–1

Nasarawa United staged an impressive comeback to defeat Plateau United 3-1 in a Nigerian Premier Football League Week 12 match. Plateau United took the lead in the 11th minute, but Nasarawa United equalized just seven minutes later. Alao Danbani put Nasarawa United ahead with a brace in the 63rd and 67th minutes. However, the game turned in the 77th minute when Plateau United's Sabbath Mancha received a second yellow card and was sent off.

Joefrank Joshua then added a third goal in the 87th minute to secure the victory for Nasarawa United. Elsewhere, Aba's Abia Warriors drew 2-2 against Doma United, avoiding consecutive home defeats. Azeez Tijani gave Abia Warriors the lead, but Chukwuemeka Obioma equalized for Doma United. In Aba, Doma United extended their lead in the 69th minute, only for Obioma to equalize in the 88th minute.

Ranchers Bees defeated Enyimba 1-0 at their temporary home ground in Minna, thanks to a 40th-minute goal by Chidozie Okorie. Barau FC also secured a 1-0 win at home against 3SC, with defender Olakunle Akala scoring the only goal in the 9th minute. Bendel Insurance came from behind to beat Niger Tornadoes 2-1 in Benin City, with Muhammed Aliyu scoring a penalty in the 34th minute, followed by an equalizer and a late winner by John Taiwo.

Defending champions Enugu Rangers beat Kwara United 1-0, solidifying their top position in the table, while Warri Wolves drew 1-1 against Katsina United.