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

1916 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

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World Cup play-offs: South Africa coach Hugo Broos sends message to Super Eagles

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Romelu Lukaku reacts as late father laid to rest in his absence: "It's hard, it's tough"

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3 months ago

Galatasaray coach names Victor Osimhen's 'real' value after brace in Champions League

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3 months ago

Eric Chelle set to freshen Super Eagles squad with new players for World Cup play-offs

Football

3 months ago

Boost for Eric Chelle as defender returns to action ahead of World Cup play-offs

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3 months ago

Boost for Nigeria as important star returns ahead for World Cup play-offs, 3 others sidelined

Football

3 months ago

Stanley Nwabali: Super Eagles goalkeeper nominated for prestigious CAF Award

Football

3 months ago

Stanley Nwabali has been nominated among nine others, for the prestigious Goalkeeper of the Year Award at the 2025 CAF Awards slated for December 15.

Gernot Rohr points out advantage that helped South Africa beat Nigeria to World Cup spot

Football

3 months ago

Gernot Rohr has opened up on how South Africa's Bafana Bafana had huge advantage over other opponents in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying series.

Nigerian stars Benjamin Frederick, Rasheedat Ajibade win big at Nigeria–France Awards

Football

3 months ago

Super Eagles stars Benjamin Frederick, Chidozie Awaziem, as well as Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade all won big at the Nigeria-France Awards.

African country bigger than United Kingdom banned from competing at 2026 World Cup

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3 months ago

An African country will not take part at the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite that the continuent can have up to ten teams at the competition slated for next summer.

Super Eagles star punished by European club after returning late from World Cup qualifiers

Football

3 months ago

Chrisantus Uche returned late to join his Crystal Palace teammates after the World Cup qualifiers and head coach of the club punished the striker.

Boost for Nigeria as NFF unveils master plan to help Super Eagles qualify for World Cup

Football

3 months ago

Preparations are underway as the Nigeria Football Federation is set to ensure that the Super Eagles qualify for the 2026 World Cup via the play-offs route.

Stanley Nwabali: Nigerian legend sends message to goalkeeper amid calls for competition

Football

3 months ago

Stanley Nwabali has been impressive for the Super Eagles, however there are growing concerns over his temperament after his performance at the World Cup qualifiers.

World Cup playoffs: Super Eagles cancel friendly matches against Venezuela, Colombia

Football

3 months ago

The Nigeria Football Federation has canceled the planned friendly matches against South American sides Venezuela and Colombia billed for the United States.

Boost for Nigeria as AC Milan star set to switch allegiance ahead of World Cup play-offs

Football

3 months ago

Zachary Athekame has reportedly expressed interest in switching allegiance to represent Nigeria as he continues to impress with AC Milan this season.

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