Akwa United began their Nigeria Professional Football League title defence with a 3-0 trashing of Kano Pillars on Sunday.
The Promise Keepers dominated the Super Sunday encounter from start to the finish as the Sai Masu Gida struggled to impress.
Former Barcelona youngster Ezekiel Bassey gave Akwa United the lead with a fantastic finish on the stroke of half-time.
It became 2-0 six minutes into the second 45 minutes, when Stephen Chukwude tap home Ubong Friday’s low ball.
Captain, Ubong Friday capped a memorable afternoon for the champions, displacing GK Bassey for the third in first minute of added time.
The goal was assisted by form Lobi Stars right back John Lazarus.
