Substitute Alex Aghahowa Otakho was on hand to rescue Lobi Stars as the 2018 NPFL champions secured a hard fought 1-0 won against Cynosure FC in a pre season tournament.
Otakho converted a 71st spot kick to hand coach Gbenga Ogunbote side all three maximum points.
OFFICIAL: #GbengaOgunbote joins #WeAreLobiStars.
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— Lobi Stars FC (@LobiStars) July 30, 2019
In other games, Lagos based MFM FC were beaten 1-0 by Delta force FC, while Bendel Insurance defeated Remo Stars 2-0.
The tournament continues today with Delta Force taking on Abia Warriors while Niger Tornadoes will play Rivers United.
Late kick-off will see Cynosure FC battle Kwara United with all games scheduled for the Stephen Keshi Stadium Asaba Delta State.
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