Wikki Tourists FC of Bauchi defeats Sokoto United 2-0 at the ATBS Bauchi.

Wikki Tourists Football Club of Bauch has secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Sokoto United on match day 7 of the Nigeria National League 2025 to reclaim the top position in the Northern Conference ‘C’ of the NNL 25 season.

The match was played at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium Bauchi.

Goals from Jonathan Mairiga and Nentaka Bangs earned the Bauchi-based side the crucial three points to close the first round of the season on a high.

The game began with Wikki Tourists struggling to find their rhythm, but later gained control, piling pressure on the visitors.

Their breakthrough came in the 26’minutes when Jonathan Mairiga converted an assist from John Taiwo to give the home side the lead before halftime.

In the second half, Nentaka Bangs, who was later named Man of the Match, doubled the advantage in the 52′ minutes.

He latched onto another brilliant pass from John Taiwo, beating the Sokoto United goalkeeper with a composed finish to make 2-0.

The Head coach of Wikki Tourist Abdu Maikaba expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance and commended the players for their determination to start and end the first round strongly.

Maikaba urged the players to work harder in other to finish the season on top and qualify for the playoffs.

He also praised the unwavering support of the fans, urging them to continue rallying behind the team.

Wikki Tourists finish the first half of the season with 13points solidifying their position at the summit of the group standings.