Niger Tornadoes
5th in Nigerian Professional League2025 Schedule
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Akwa United close the gap on league leaders
Michael Ibe's goal for 10-man Akwa United sealed a 1-0 away victory against Yobe Desert Stars on a weekend in which league leaders Lobi Stars lost.
Niger Tornadoes defender dies in traffic accident
Niger Tornadoes defender Hussaini Isah passed away in Minna, Niger State, on Monday evening after reportedly being struck by a motorcycle.
Lobi Stars pull further clear at the top
Lobi Stars moved five points clear at the top of the NPFL table on Sunday thanks to a 1-0 home win against Sunshine Stars.
Honours even in Nigerian Clasico
Enyimba denied Kano Pillars top spot in the Nigeria Professional Football League following a 1-1 draw.
Aiteo Cup Final lays foundation for greatness
The Aiteo Cup is done and dusted, and it provided further proof that Nigeria's domestic football is once again on the rise.
Akwa United hold nerve to win Aiteo Cup
Akwa United have won the 2017 Aiteo Cup following a 3-2 penalty shootout win against Niger Tornadoes.
Aiteo Cup holders FC Ifeanyi Ubah fail to overturn Niger Tornadoes
Cup holders FC Ifeanyi Ubah defeated Niger Tornadoes 1-0 in Nnewi on Thursday in their semi-final second leg, but still lost out 4-3 on aggregate.
Pyagbara stars in big Akwa win, champions crash out
Plateau United's hopes of a League and Cup 'double' went up in smoke on Sunday following a 4-2 aggregate defeat to Niger Tornadoes.
Midweek games return, as top guns look to extend lead
Midweek games return on Wednesday in the NPFL, and based on fixtures and form, fans shouldn't expect radical changes at the top of the standings.
Plateau United extend lead in Nigeria as MFM stumble
Nigeria league leaders Plateau United were the big winners on match-day 21, while champions Enugu Rangers suffered another heavy defeat.
Nigerian Pro League Standings
| # | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nasarawa United | 9 | +4 | 19 |
| 2 | Shooting Stars SC | 9 | +3 | 15 |
| 3 | Abia Warriors | 9 | +1 | 15 |
| 4 | Katsina United | 10 | 0 | 15 |
| 5 | Niger Tornadoes | 9 | +5 | 14 |
| 6 | Ikorodu City | 9 | +3 | 14 |
| 7 | Warri Wolves | 9 | +2 | 14 |
| 8 | El Kanemi Warrior.. | 10 | -1 | 14 |
| 9 | Enyimba | 9 | +2 | 13 |
| 10 | Rivers United FC | 7 | +2 | 12 |
| 11 | Kwara United | 9 | +1 | 12 |
| 12 | Rangers Internati.. | 8 | +1 | 11 |
| 13 | Bayelsa United | 9 | -1 | 11 |
| 14 | Kun Khalifat FC | 9 | -2 | 11 |
| 15 | Remo Stars | 7 | -2 | 10 |
| 16 | Wikki Tourists | 9 | -3 | 9 |
| 17 | Plateau United | 9 | -5 | 9 |
| 18 | Barau | 8 | -4 | 8 |
| 19 | Bendel Insurance .. | 8 | -4 | 6 |
| 20 | Kano Pillars | 8 | -2 | 5 |
Team Leaders
Top Scorers
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Top Assists
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