Enyimba are now just 3 points off 6th with 5 games in hand, and they entertain Kwara United on Wednesday. Abia Warriors are now down to 14th, just 4 points above the relegation zone- but Enugu Rangers have 4 games in hand.
Rangers were defeated 2-1 at home to Akwa United. Akwa are now 4th, while Enugu are also in action on Wednesday at home to Kano Pillars.
Kano Pillars recorded a 1-0 home win against MFM, while Ifeanyi Uba beat Sunshine Stars 3-1, while Warri Wolves beat Katsina United 2-0.
Plateau United are back to the top with a 2-0 win over Dakkada, as Lobi Stars were shocked 4-0 away to Wikki Tourist. Rivers United couldn't take advantage of Stars' loss as they drew 1-1 away to Kwara United.
Nasarawa United are off the bottom as they got a much needed 1-0 win against fellow strugglers Jigawa Golden Stars. United are off the bottom at the expense of Adamawa United who lost 5-0 away to Heartland, with Obioma scoring a hat-trick.