NPFL: Niger Tornadoes vs Plateau United called off due to heavy downpour

Author: Taiwo AdesanyaPublished on: September 13, 2026Country: Nigeria

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NPFL: Niger Tornadoes vs Plateau United called off due to heavy downpour

The Nigeria Premier Football League matchday three fixture between Niger Tornadoes and Plateau United has been postponed until Monday morning due to heavy downpour at the Bako Kotangora Stadium in Minna. The match was stopped in the 86th minute with the score at 1-1, as Bashir Musa equalized for Niger Tornadoes following Jibrin Ibrahim’s opener for Plateau United. The remaining six minutes plus additional time will be completed at 8 am on Monday.

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