The Nigeria National League has been given a facelift with a sponsorship deal from Star Times. The Nigerian second tier which kicks-off in the third week of March look destined to be televised across the continent thanks to the sponsorship package from Star Times.
The fast emerging pay as you watch television, sealed a three year deal with the NNL going into the 2017 season. The China based television company added the Nigerian second tier to a number of top flight leagues they are currently airing including the Ghana Premier league and the Tanzanian league.
The opening rounds of matches in the NNL slated for March 17, 2017 will see Adamawa United versus Yobe Desert Stars in the flagship game of the round.