Defending champions **[Rangers](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rangers_FC_(Nigeria))** secured a 2-2 stalemate against **[Barau FC](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barau_FC)** on Saturday, keeping them at the summit of the **[Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nigeria_Premier_League)**. The match, played at the New Jos Stadium, saw both sides exchange goals before a late equaliser salvaged a point for the visitors.
**What happened in the Rangers‑Barau FC match?**
Ifeanyi Okechukwu gave Rangers the lead seven minutes before halftime. In the second half, Barau FC responded with two penalty conversions, first by Joseph Atule and then by Aliyu Sugau. With the game poised for a Barau win, Chidiebere Nwobodo struck in stoppage time to level the score at 2-2.
**How did Plateau United end Kano Pillars' unbeaten run?**
At the same venue, **[Plateau United](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plateau_United_FC)** overwhelmed hosts **[Kano Pillars](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kano_Pillars_FC)** 4-0, delivering the first defeat of the season for the latter. Goals came from Paul Samson, Ekundayo Ojo, Samuel Ayanrinde and Nenrot Silas, each finding the net in quick succession.
**Full results**
- Barau FC 2-2 Rangers
- Abia Warriors 0-0 Rivers United
- Kun Khalifat 2-0 Shooting Stars
- Nasarawa United 2-0 Doma United
- Plateau United 4-0 Kano Pillars
- Sporting Lagos 2-1 Bendel Insurance