Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s side maintained their title charge as Aribo added to Alfredo Morelos’ opener to earn a deserved three points.
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The Nigerian international can play in a variety of positions from midfield to full-back and even the wing, which makes him a versatile option.
The Dutchman, who played for the Ibrox side between 1998 and 2001, will join the club subject to gaining a work permit.
The former Liverpool man leaves Rangers after nearly two and a half years in charge to succeed Dean Smith at Villa Park.
Rangers defeated the Staggies 4-2 with goals from Joe Aribo, Connor Goldson, Alfredo Morelos and Scott Arfield.
Christian Nnaji had shot the visitors into the lead as his instinctive header off an Ibrahim Olawoyin’ corner from the near post rested inside the net in 75th minute but lost of concentration in the last minute of added-on time got the hosts the equalizer through Henry Ochoba header.
The 21-year-old midfielder moved to the Scottish champions after ending last season on loan to Wycombe Wanderers.
The 21-year-old moved to Ibrox from Bournemouth this summer and is yet to play in any of the Ibrox outfit’s pre-season matches.
Gers fell to a long-range first-half strike from Kieron Morris against Micky Mellon’s side at Prenton Park.
Aribo, 24, has been excellent over the course of the past two seasons for Rangers. Joining the club from Charlton Athletic on a free transfer, and has since clocked up a whopping 91 games – having a hand in 32 goals.
Aribo, 24, has been excellent over the course of the past two seasons for Rangers. Joining the club from Charlton Athletic on a free transfer, and has since clocked up a whopping 91 games – having a hand in 32 goals.
The defender has been an instant hit this season, helping claim the title after arriving from Wigan last summer.
Former Charlton Athletic man Aribo admitted that he chose to join Rangers, as it was his dream to win titles with the club, despite having options to go elsewhere.
The youth striker is hoping to earn more game time in Dumfries and joined up with manager Allan Johnston’s outfit.
The attacker had been watched by both sides of the Glasgow divide with pre-contracts being considered by both outfits.
Both players starred for the 90 minutes as Rangers went 22 points clear at the top of the Premiership.
Gerrard is looking to guide his side to a 19-point lead over their bitter rivals.
The Nigerian international midfielder lit up proceedings at Ibrox on Boxing Day with his sublime touch and movement in the 1-0 win over Hibernian.
Ianis Hagi’s first-half strike proved the difference between the two sides as Jack Ross’ Hibees put the Premiership leaders under heavy pressure at home in a Boxing Day battle.
The victory is the tenth consecutive home league win for Steven Gerrard’s men this season, did not come easy against the Hibs, who had not lost any of their last nine matches.