Hearts of Oak's revival in the second round has coincided with striker Mahatma Otoo's rich scoring form.
The former national U-20 striker on Wednesday struck a brace to take his tally this season to 13, overtaking Amidaus Professional's Yahaya Mohammed by three goals.
Otoo is now the Glo Premier League's top scorer in a keen race followed by AshantiGold's Yakubu Mohammed on 11 goals.
Yahaya Mohammed has 10 goals apiece with Francis Narh of Tema Youth and Liberty Professionals' Kennedy Ashia.