Akwa United confirmed their superiority over the Shooting Stars of Ibadan on Sunday with a comfortable 2-0 win in Uyo.
Two quick-fire goals from Ubong Friday and Muritala ensured victory for the host.
Abia Warriors did enough to hold the league-defending champions Rivers United to a 1-1 draw.
Nweke Kalu opened the scoring for Abia Warriors in the 48th minute before the host leveled to end the game 1-1.
In Awka, Rangers international came from a goal down to beat Bayelsa United 2-1.
It was the away side that got the opening goal in the 35th minute through Alex Oyowah before two second-half penalties from Godwin Obaje gave the host a 2-1 win.
Bendel Insurance continued its unbeaten run as they secured a 1-1 draw against Enyimba International in Aba.
Emeka Obioma opened the scoring for the host in the 44th minute from the spot before Imade Osaranekhoe restored parity for Benin Arsenal.
Full-Time Results
Rivers United 1-1 Abia Warrior
Enyimba 1-1 Bendel Insurance
Rangers 2-1 Bayelsa United
Remo Stars 1-0 Nasarawa United
Akwa United 2-0 Shooting Stars
Kwara United 2-0 El Kanemi
Plateau United 2-0 Gombe United
Dakkada 0-2 Tornadoes
Wikki 1-1 Sunshine Stars
