Kano Pillars climbed to second spot in the NPFL table after securing a 3-2 win over Akwa United thanks to a hat-trick from Rabiu Ali.

Ali, who boasts of eight caps for Nigeria was in splendid form as Pillars came from behind to secure a win over Akwa. According to him, Pillars approached the game positively against the Promise Keepers and thus deserved the win.

“We approach every match with a positive mindset and that match against Akwa United wasn’t an exception,” Ali said. “The continuous cheer from our fans is enough reason to give one’s best at all times. I’m really glad that I got those goals but I must thank my team mates for those opportunities they created for me.

“Sincerely I’m just privilege to be at the right place at the right time. Goal is the name of the game so I pray that we shall score goals aplenty insha Allah.”