The Nigeria Olympic Committee has renewed its partnership with Nigerian Breweries ©Getty Images

The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has renewed its partnership with Nigerian Breweries, it has been announced.

Both parties first came together last year with the extended deal now covering the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Two of Nigerian Breweries' biggest beer brands, Star Lager and Amstel Malta, will become the official alcoholic and malt drinks of Nigeria's team.

Both brands will also feature in promotional campaigns leading up to the Games in Japan's capital.

"We are happy to have Nigerian Breweries Plc as our partner," said NOC secretary general Olabanji Olabanjo to Nigeria's The Guardian.

Campaigns promoting Nigerian athletes will be held in the run-up to Tokyo 2020 ©Getty Images
Campaigns promoting Nigerian athletes will be held in the run-up to Tokyo 2020 ©Getty Images

"Amstel Malta and Star are brands we are excited to work with not only because of what the Nigeria Olympic Committee stands to gain but also because of what is in it for the fans and supporters of Team Nigeria."

Nigerian Breweries marketing director Emmanuel Oriahki added: "Nigerian Breweries Plc is passionate about sports in Nigeria and we know our consumers love to celebrate great moments in sports. 

"We are thrilled to be able to bring people together to enjoy and celebrate Team Nigeria on their journey to Tokyo 2020 where we believe our talented athletes will do their best and shine."