[1] This season saw Shooting Stars returning to the top-flight after a four-year hiatus, likewise Niger Tornadoes who won the National League play-offs.
They were also joined by Remo Stars and Gombe United after securing promotion from the second division.
On 25 June 2022, Rivers United won their first league title with 4 matches to spare.
[4] This occurred as a result of the team suffering a six point deduction from the league committee and the club's poor form during the season,[5][6] they were joined by MFM, Heartland and Katsina United.
Remo Stars secured a continental ticket for the first time in the club's history.