By Our Football Correspondent in Jos
PLATEAU UNITED produced a performance of pure class as they tore through Niger Tornadoes to secure a comprehensive 3-0 victory at the New Jos Stadium.
On a day when the hosts looked a level above, the “Peace Boys” didn’t just win—they dominated. From the first whistle, Plateau United’s stars shone under the Jos sun, leaving the visitors from Minna chasing shadows in a Matchday 29 masterclass.
It took just six minutes for the breakthrough to come, and it was the clinical Vincent Temitope who sparked the celebrations.
Reacting quickest in the box, Temitope showed exactly why he is one of the league’s most feared marksmen, slotting home to give Plateau an early lead they never looked like relinquishing.
The hosts continued to turn the screw, with their midfield maestros pulling the strings and suffocating any attempt at a Tornadoes fightback.
The pressure told again before the break. In the 39th minute, the impressive Daniel Isaiah found space in a crowded area to double the advantage. It was a goal that effectively broke the visitors’ spirit, sending Plateau into the interval with a comfortable cushion and the fans in full voice.
Tornadoes attempted to regroup in the second half, but they found the Plateau backline—anchored by disciplined performances—impenetrable.
As the clock ticked into stoppage time, the icing was added to the cake. Silas Nenrot, a constant thorn in the Tornadoes’ side all afternoon, capped off a brilliant individual display.
In the 93rd minute (90+3), he burst through to make it 3-0, ensuring the scoreline reflected the gulf in quality on the pitch.
For Niger Tornadoes, it was a long afternoon where their tactical plan was blown away by Plateau’s superior movement and clinical finishing.
For the Jos faithful, it was a reminder that when their stars align, Plateau United remain one of the most formidable forces in the NPFL.
FINAL SCORE: Plateau United 3, Niger Tornadoes 0.
