Nigeria, Sept. 2 -- Defending champions Remo Stars came from behind to secure a 2-1 win over newly promoted Kun Khalifat in Aba, as the NPFL Matchday 2 action delivered another dramatic contest.

Kun Khalifat made history in the 15th minute when Henry Ezeonye converted from the penalty spot, registering the club's first-ever goal in the Nigeria Premier Football League.

Backed by a lively home crowd, the debutants showed fight and organisation, keeping the champions at bay for much of the first half.

Remo Stars, however, showed their quality and dominance after the break.

With 61% possession and a relentless 20 shots attempted, the Sky Blue Stars finally drew level in the 70th minute through Ibrahim Abubakar, who finished smartly after ...