NNL: Sporting Lagos clinch return ticket to NPFL

Sporting Lagos have secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, following a 1-0 victory over Osun United, DAILY POST reports.

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Alex Leme scored the decisive goal in the 17th minute of the encounter which took place on Thursday.

Jeffrey Butler’s side are making a return to the NPFL after two years.

Sporting Lagos finished top of Conference B table with 36 points from 18 matches.

Akwa United finished in second position despite a 2-1 victory over Solution FC.

The Promise Keepers opened scoring through Aniebiet Sunday in the 50th minute.

Michael Okenwa doubled the advantage three minutes later.

Solution FC reduced the deficit towards the end of the game.

Inter Lagos and Doma United have previously secured promotions to the NPFL.