Babajide Orevba

Education: B.Sc. Ed. Guidance & Counselling, EKSU (2011) NCE Political Science/Social Studies, AOCOED (2007), GNI Advanced Searches on Social Media (2024).

Experience: Intern at Choice FM (2011-2013), Secretary at RTcom (2013-2015), HOD Sports, Legit.ng (2015-2007), Digital marketing manager at Western Lotto (2017-2019), HOD Africa desk at Sports Brief (2021-2024), HOD Sports Desk at Legit.ng (2024-present)

Awards: Legit.ng's Best Sports Editor, 2021. Best Interview in 2023 at Sports Brief.

Babajide Orevba is a FIFA and CAF-accredited Nigerian journalist, digital publishing expert, researcher, writer and TV analyst. He has covered several major football tournaments, including FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, FIFA Club World Cup in the United States, AFCON, CAF Competitions, as well as grassroots competitions in Africa. Email: babajide.orevba@corp.legit.ng

1659 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

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A former member of the FIFA disciplinary committee Raymond Hack has disclosed why there is a possible delay in sanctioning South Africa in the World Cup qualifiers.

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A Super Eagles star has been ruled out of action for three months following injury suffered during Nigeria's World Cup qualification match against South Africa.

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The Lesotho Football Association has written to FIFA, demanding explanation after South Africa fielded an ineligible player in the World Cup qualifiers.

Top NFF official releases statement over claims that FIFA has cleared South Africa

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An official of the Nigeria Football Federation reacted to reports that FIFA, has cleared South Africa for fielding an ineligible player in the World Cup qualifiers.

Onana disguises on 'Okada', arrives Cameroon after dismal outing in World Cup qualifiers

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Andre Onana was captured returning to his Cameroon home on a motorcycle and following their 1-0 loss to Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

FIFA president sends message to CAF teams amid request to sanction South Africa

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino has sent a message to African teams as the 2026 World Cup qualifiers enters it's last phase, with final matches in October.

FIFA laws: Official document gives clear stance on fielding ineligible player

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FIFA disciplinary code has specific sanctions for football teams that field an ineligible player during an official match, as South Africa face point deductions.

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