The presence of Governor Idris Wada of Kogi State couldn't provide the victory magic for Kogi United as they only managed coming twice from behind to secure a 2-2 draw against FC Taraba at the Confluence Stadium, Lokoja on Saturday.
The encounter which clearly brings to bear the desperation of two sides with different ambitions as Kogi United in the relegation fight and promotion ticket chasing FC Taraba locked horns with two league matches to go.
The replayed Nigeria National League match behind closed-doors forced a rematch following the ruling from the Nigeria Football Federation Organising and Disciplinary Panel over a protest filed by the Taraba side against Kogi United on their earlier visit.
FC Taraba boosted their promotion ambitions after they stormed in front to finish the first half ahead on 1-0.
The home side returned with plenty of energy knowing a loss may end their two-year stay in the NNL when they pull one back early in the second half.
The Lokoja visitors reclaimed their lead but failed to hang on as the home-side inspired by the presence of the state governor Idris Wada returned to level terms to end the encounter 2-2.
The outcome puts Kogi United hopes of surviving the drop on the knife edge with three points and many goals deficit adrift of closest counterpart in surviving position.
Visiting FC Taraba without a win but will celebrate a vital point advantage ahead of Plateau United which put them in pole position for another chance to play topflight football next season.
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