Rivers United halted Lobi Stars unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier League this season, edging out the visitors 1-0 at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt.
Alex Oyowah scored the decisive goal three minutes before the break.
In Ibadan, Shooting Stars continued their impressive form, handing Doma United a 3-1 defeat.
Nelson Abiam silenced the home fans when he gave Doma United the lead in the ninth minute.
Gbologade Adelowo restored parity for Shooting Stars from the penalty spot late in the first half.
Kareem Ayinde and Gideon Monday scored the other goals for the home team.
In the Oriental derby, Abia Warriors defeated Heartland 1-0, with Meme Okike scoring the decisive goal in the eighth minute.
FULL RESULTS
Bendel Insurance 0-0 Akwa Utd
Rangers 4-1 Kano Pillars
Gombe Utd 1-0 Plateau Utd
Katsina Utd 3-2 Sunshine Stars
Bayelsa Utd 2-1 Kwara Utd
Rivers Utd 1-0 Lobi Stars
Shooting Stars 3-1 Doma Utd
Abia Warriors 1-0 Heartland FC
