The top of the table clash lived up to expectations as both sides displayed football artistry to justify their status as the only unbeaten teams going into the week 9 contest.
Both goals came in the first half but it was the hosts who drew the first blood when Andy Okpe tapped in a dangerous cross from Ifegwa Ojukwu in the 10th minute before inform Chijioke Akueneto also tapped into an empty net in the 43rd minute after a howler from goalkeeper Kayode Bankole to give Rivers United the much-needed equaliser.
On resumption, Remo Stars fought to pick the maximum points but Rivers United remained resolute to earn a crucial point on the road to remain on top of the table on superior goal difference as both teams have 19 points from the same number of matches.