Mohammed Zulkifilu scored a hat-trick and Jamilu Yusuf added a fourth as Ranchers Bees thrashed Abia Warriors 4-0 to claim their first win of the 2026/27 NPFL season.
Ranchers Bees claimed their first win of the 2026/27 NPFL season in emphatic fashion, thrashing Abia Warriors 4-0 at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium on Sunday, September 7, 2026, in a Matchday 2 fixture.
Abia Warriors arrived off the back of a goalless draw at home to Kun Khalifat on the opening weekend, while Ranchers Bees, one of four clubs promoted to the top flight for 2026/27, were still searching for their first points after an opening-day 3-1 loss to Ikorodu City.
Mohammed Zulkifilu was the standout performer, scoring a hat-trick to lead the home side to a comprehensive victory. He opened the scoring in the 41st minute, doubled his tally right on the stroke of half-time, and completed his treble two minutes after the hour mark to put the result beyond doubt.
Jamilu Yusuf added a fourth goal in the 90th minute to round off a big afternoon for Ranchers Bees, sparking celebrations among the home supporters.
For Ranchers Bees, the result is a much-needed boost after a slow start to life back in the NPFL top flight, and their first win of the campaign. For Abia Warriors, it is a heavy first defeat of the season that follows their goalless opening draw with Kun Khalifat, where goalkeeper Akuchie Obinna had kept them level with a string of saves at the Enyimba International Stadium. Abia Warriors remain winless after two matches and will look to respond in their next outing.
For more background on both clubs heading into the new season, see our Abia Warriors club profile in the NPFL Team Hub. For pre-season transfer context, see our Abia Warriors 2026/27 transfer window breakdown and Ranchers Bees 2026/27 transfer window breakdown.
What was the final score between Ranchers Bees and Abia Warriors?
Ranchers Bees won 4-0 against Abia Warriors in their NPFL Matchday 2 fixture, played on Sunday, September 7, 2026, at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium.
Who scored for Ranchers Bees?
Mohammed Zulkifilu scored a hat-trick (41′, 45′, 62′) and Jamilu Yusuf added a fourth goal in the 90th minute.
Was this Ranchers Bees’ first win of the 2026/27 NPFL season?
Yes. Ranchers Bees opened the season with a 3-1 defeat to Ikorodu City before beating Abia Warriors 4-0 in Matchday 2, their first win since being promoted to the NPFL top flight.
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