North Star Network Acquires Soccernet to Strengthen African Presence
North Star Network has announced the acquisition of Soccernet.ng, a prominent football blog based in Nigeria. This move enhances North Star’s strategic expansion into the African media market.
The acquisition of Soccernet, which covers the latest football news and scores related to Nigerian football, marks a significant milestone in North Star’s growth. The addition of Soccernet will further expand the company’s international footprint, which includes over 20 other sports media brands across the globe.
Julien Josset, Co-founder of North Star Network, expressed his enthusiasm about the acquisition: “We’re excited to welcome Soccernet.ng into the North Star Network family. Their dedication to Nigerian football and their commitment to quality journalism align perfectly with our global vision of connecting fans with the game they love.”
Soccernet’s founding team, including Co-founder Lolade Adewuyi, will remain involved in the company following the transition. Adewuyi will continue contributing as a columnist, ensuring the platform’s ongoing success in delivering top-quality football coverage.
Biyi Akangbe, the founder of Soccernet.ng, reflected on the journey of the platform: “What began as a small website 10 years ago, aimed at delivering news about Nigerian footballers, has evolved into a globally recognised brand. We are thrilled to be joining North Star and look forward to continuing our work as part of a larger international network.”
Soccernet’s audience spans multiple regions, with significant readership in the UK, North America, Canada, and Spain.
This acquisition comes as part of North Star’s broader strategy to strengthen its presence in Africa, aligning with their vision of global sports media expansion.
The acquisition of Soccernet reflects the growing influence of African football on the international stage. It also highlights North Star Network’s ambition to diversify its sports media portfolio and engage with a larger audience worldwide.
