In a closely contested match at the NIS Gymnasium in Surulere, defending champions Safety Shooters emerged victorious, defeating former champions Tojemarine 35-32. The match, part of Day 5 of the 2026 Ardova Handball Premier League, saw both teams battling fiercely, with Safety Shooters holding on in the final moments to clinch the three points.
Other notable results from the day’s matches included Abia U & H achieving the largest margin of victory by defeating Osun United 37-26. Additionally, Correction Boys won comfortably against Benue Buffaloes with a score of 34-22, while NAF Rockets triumphed over DE Defenders 31-24. Rima Strikers managed a narrow 22-19 win against COAS Shooters. In an unusual turn, three-time champions Niger United were awarded a 10-0 victory over Kano Pillars.
In the women’s division, SOOF dominated Omo Ogiefo with a remarkable score of 40-22. Other victories included Defender Babes beating Imo Grasshoppers 32-28, while Rivers Queens secured a 27-23 win against Ekiti Queens. Plateau Peacocks also delivered an impressive performance, defeating Funad Academy 32-19. Safety Babes concluded the matches of the day with a convincing 34-21 win against Rima Queens.
