Rangers returned to winning ways courtesy of a 1-0 victory over Niger Tornadoes at the Bako Kontagaro Stadium, Minna on Sunday.
The holders lost 1-0 at home to Shooting Stars last weekend but bounced back with a resolute display this time around.
Bashir Usman scored the winning goal against Tornadoes three minutes after the half-hour mark.
Fidelis Ilechukwu’s side moved to third position with 31 points.
At the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano Pillars beat El-kanemi Warriors 1-0 in the North West derby.
Umar Al Amin’s 37th-minute strike separated both teams on the day.
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