Wonderson Yakubu made a memorable first start of the NNL25 season, firing a clinical hat-trick to power Wikki Tourists to a 3-1 win over Mighty Jets at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi.
The striker wasted no time announcing his presence, scoring the opener in the 10th minute with a calm finish. He doubled the lead in the 40th minute with a precise low shot into the bottom corner, showcasing sharp instincts and accuracy.
Yakubu completed his hat-trick in the 70th minute, rising to head home a perfectly delivered long pass from left-back Bismark Duah.
His performance proved decisive as Wikki Tourists reclaimed top spot in Conference C with 20 points from 10 matches, keeping their promotion hopes firmly alive.
The visitors managed a late consolation, but Yakubu’s heroics had already sealed the result.
Wikki Tourists now shift focus to their next fixture away against Barau FC, with two matches remaining in the race for NNL25 promotion.
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