Niger United and Safety Babes maintain stronghold in the 2023 Ardova Handball Premier League

In the male category, Niger secured a 34-28 win against De Defenders maintaining their lead in the league. 

Meanwhile, defending champions Kano Pillars struggled to get a win, settling for a thrilling 21-21 draw against Correction Boys.

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Tojemarine Academy claimed the second spot on the table after a convincing 39-26 triumph over Police Machine while safety Shooters sealed a 22-18 win against Confluence Stars.

Bendel Dynamos, who started at the foot of the table, got a second win in the league after a 29-22 win over Benue Buffaloes. 

Seasiders Boys of Lagos moved to third position after a narrow 35-31 win over Strikers of Sokoto.

In the women’s division, Safety Babes strengthened their lead at the top with a commanding 32-21 victory over Benue Queens.

Rima Queens defeated Delta Queens 29-22 while Imo Grasshoppers showcased a resurgence with a convincing 34-23 win over Bendel Dynamos.

Former champions Plateau Peacocks thrashed Seasiders Babes 20-13, with Defenders Babes winning 29-25 against Bayelsa Queens. 

For the awards, Aminu Mohammed of Correction Boys and Goalkeeper Toyin Yusuf from Plateau Peacocks were the MVPs in the men’s and women’s categories respectively for the matchday.

Aminu Mohammed of Correction Boys and Goalkeeper Toyin Yusuf of Plateau Peacocks were named the Most Valuable Players (MVPs) in the men's and women's categories, respectively, for Day 2.