Rangers maintained their push for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title courtesy of a 3-0 win against Bayelsa United at the Nnamdi Azikwe Stadium, Enugu on Sunda

Rangers top the standings with 60 points from 33 games.

Holders Enyimba moved to second position after a hard-fought 1-0 win at local rivals Abia Warriors.

Remo Stars dropped to third position following a 3-2 defeat to Kwara United in Ilorin.

Former champions Akwa United boosted their survival hopes with a 2-1 away win against Lobi Stars.

In Akure, Sunshine Stars and Bendel Insurance battled to a 0-0 draw, while there was also no winner in the game between Plateau United and Niger Tonardoes.

At the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Shooting Stars were held to a 2-2 draw by their hosts Katsina United.

Elsewhere, Heartland were in fine form as they defeated Gombe United 3-0.

Rivers United thrashed Sporting Lagos 4-1 in another matchday 33 encounter in Port Harcourt.