Benjamin Boatenng's early strike handed Elmina Sharks the bragging rights in the 'Ogua' derby as the home side stopped a resurgent Ebusua Dwarfs.
The skillful midfielder scored the only goal of the game after just seven minutes to bag all three points for the sea animals.
Sharks have been on a run of decent form, so as their rivals who have been on a three game run without defeat.
The Ndoum boys started brilliantly and took a deserved lead following a brief spell of dominance.
After the lead, the Crabs seized control of the game, created a couple of chances but failed to score.
Both sides returned more determined in the second half, but it was the home side that had the better of the early spell.
The Sea animals could have added a second when goal scorer Benjamin Boateng had a fine chance which was spilled by the attacker.
With few minutes left, Sharks kept their cool and defended resolutely to earn the bragging right in the Oguaman derby.