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

1588 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

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Mikel Obi predicts full time results of 3 PL matches including West Ham vs Chelsea

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Nigerian legend counters Taribo West, names how much Lagos govt gave Peter Rufai's family

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Former Arsenal star shines as icons reunite for Olu of Warri’s 4th coronation festivities

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Mikel Obi sends urgent message to Nicolas Jackson over his future at Chelsea

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Nigerian prophetess predicts rise of 2 African greats like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo

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Eric Chelle blows hot amid reports of possible sack ahead of World Cup qualifiers

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Eric Chelle has opened up amid reports that he could be sacked before the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa.

Former Manchester City star Joleon Lescott details how he was humbled by Joseph Yobo

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Joleon Lescott shared a humbling experience with Joseph Yobo during his early days at Everton, recounting how the Nigerian asked him where he played.

Michelle Alozie teases Super Falcons teammate, begs her to sponsor her shopping, video

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Michelle Alozie teased her best friend Jennifer Echegini, begging for a shopping spree funded by her "PSG money" while strolling in a London mall.

How Nigerian authorities banished Razak Omotoyossi for 5 years, before his switch to Benin

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Razak Omotoyossi's career was almost detailed as a teenager when the Nigeria Football Federation handed him a five-year-ban for an alleged violent conduct.

Razak Omotoyossi's candid reason for choosing Benin over Nigeria before his passing

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Nigerian-born Razak Omotoyossi has explained that he hoped to represent the Nigerian national team, but destiny saw him play for the Republic of Benin.

AFCON 2013 winner announces retirement from professional football, gives reasons

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3 days ago

Brown Ideye, who was part of the Nigerian team that won the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations has announced his retirement from professional football at 36.

Razak Omotoyossi: Sad cause of death of former African player of Nigerian origin emerges

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4 days ago

Razak Omotoyossi has passed away at the age of 39, and his brother has detailed the cause of the player's death, having died battling depression.

Former African footballer of Nigerian origin tragically dies at 39

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4 days ago

Benin Republic legend and former Metz of France striker Razak Omotoyossi has tragically passed away at the age of 38, leaving the football world mourning.

Drama at CHAN: Uganda stars rush to kiss VAR Machine after eliminating South Africa, video

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4 days ago

Uganda Cranes kissed the VAR machine after a dramatic 3-3 draw with Bafana Bafana of South Africa, as they pick up a quarter-final ticket at CHAN 2024.

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