Strugglers Lobi Stars and Bendel Insurance earned wins to ease the relegation battle in the Nigeria Premier Football League, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
Lobi Stars defeated Kwara United 1-0 to move out of the relegation zone and ease pressure from Coach Daniel Amokachi at the Lafia City Stadium.
A goal from Peter Onah in the 26th minute was all the Markurdi-based side needed to earn all points against a Kwara United side who went 10 men in the 88 minutes following Junior Aimufua's sending off.
Bendel Insurance at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium secured a 2-1 over Plateau United.
Uche Collins opened the score for the hosts before Victor Dawa restored parity for Plateau United.
However, Kayode Oke scored in the 66th minute to give the Benin Arsenals the win.
Lobi Stars are now 16th on the log while Bendel Insurance moved to 19th on the log after 15 matches.
Uche Dozie