Safety Babes Thrash Omo Ogiefo Academy 51–17 as Day Three of Ardova Handball Premier League 2026 Continues
Safety Babes continued their impressive run in the 2026 Ardova Handball Premier League with a commanding 51–17 victory over Omo Ogiefo Academy in their women’s category encounter on Sunday, November 8, at the ongoing competition in Lagos.
The defending champions were in control from the start, taking a commanding 26–7 lead into the half-time break before completing the 51–17 victory to maintain their strong start to the campaign.
In other women’s matches, Plateau Peacocks defeated Ekiti Queens 36–18, while Rivers Queens secured a 24–13 win over Funad Academy. Rima Queens also recorded a 26–14 victory against Imo Grasshoppers, while SOOF defeated Defender Babes 37–25.
In the men’s category, Safety Shooters continued their title defence with a 27–23 victory over Osun United. Kano Pillars suffered a walkover defeat against Rima Strikers, who were awarded a 10–0 win.
Other results saw Niger United edge NAF Rockets 16–15, as Benue Buffaloes, who arrived in Lagos Sunday morning, surprisingly defeated De Defenders 26–25 despite the fatigue from the long journey from Markudi while COAS Shooters beat U & H Abia 29–24.
Tojemarine Academy also recorded a 32–24 victory over Correction Boys.
The 2026 Ardova Handball Premier League continues on Monday, November 9, with teams looking to improve their positions as the competition progresses.
