Nigeria, March 24 -- It was a frustrating evening at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, as Niger Tornadoes fell 3-1 to Shooting Stars in their first of two away games in quick succession.

Ayodeji Bamidele's opener in the 38th minute, followed by an Anthony Okachi penalty just before halftime, put the Ibadan warlords in the driving seat.

But, the Ikon Allah boys from Minna pulled one back through Sunday Williams in the 65th minute, which only proved to be a consolation goal as Samuel Okon sealed the win for 3SC in the 77th minute.

While the Oluyole Warriors celebrated a crucial victory, Tornadoes head coach Majin Mohammed cut a calm but determined figure after the match, reflecting on the performance, controversial officiating, and ...