Nigeria, April 7 -- Rivers United reignited their title hopes with a crucial 1-0 win over league leaders Remo Stars in Port Harcourt on Sunday, in one of the standout fixtures of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) weekend.

The winning goal came in the 84th minute through David Sholumade, who struck late to hand the home side a valuable three points.

With the result, Rivers United moved to 55 points, closing the gap on Remo Stars to five points, although the Sky Blue Stars still have a game in hand and sit on 60 points.

Enyimba came from behind in Aba to defeat Abia Warriors 2-1 in the heated Oriental Derby.

The visitors took the lead in the 20th minute through Ijoma Desouza, but Enyimba responded swiftly.

Kalu Nweke equalised...