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

1915 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

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Boost for Tuchel as 2 key Chelsea players declared fit in time for Porto meeting

World

5 years ago

Manchester City interested in Inter Milan striker transfer to replace Sergio Aguero

World

5 years ago

Nigerian Professional Football League club Enyimba slap N550m valuation on Super Eagles Star

Nigeria

5 years ago

Premier League club Arsenal Maintain Champions League Record After Man City Vs Dortmund Clash

World

5 years ago

Chelsea star breaks silence on Antonio Rudiger's 'fight' with Kepa after West Brom defeat

World

5 years ago

Lionel Messi sensationally accuses referee of trying to get him suspended for El Classico

World

5 years ago

Boost for Chelsea as Premier League rivals back out of transfer race for Argentina legend

World

5 years ago

Sergio Aguero has been linked with a number of clubs in the Premier League itself. He is set to leave City after 10 years at the club and will be a free agent.

Former Super Eagles forward Daniel Amokachi names striker who reminds him of Rashidi Yekini

World

5 years ago

Daniel Amokachi has described Super Eagles striker, Paul Onuachu as a replica of late Rashidi Yekini due to his physical nature in the 18-yard box and ability.

Nigerian players ignored as Haaland, Ansu Fati named in world under-20 team of the year

Sports

5 years ago

Erling Haaland makes the cut as the World Under-20 Youth Team of the Year has been announced by the International Federation of Football History and Statistics.

Jose Mourinho claims Spurs' performances are why his hair is turning grey

World

5 years ago

Jose Mourinho has blamed his Spurs players for his hair turning grey, thanks to their performances as the coach made the claim after his side 2-2 vs Newcastle.

How EPL table looks after Man United win and defeats for Arsenal, Chelsea

World

5 years ago

Manchester United have all but confirmed a top four finish this season, thanks to their 2-1 hard-fought win over Brighton on Sunday, April 4, at Old Trafford.

Cristiano Ronaldo goes emotional after watching video of his late father praising his heroics

World

5 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo broke down in tears after he watched unseen footage of his late father showering him with praise for his achievements in the game of football.

Lionel Messi’s first coach breaks down in tears as he recalls first time he saw him play

World

5 years ago

Lionel Messi was born in Rosario and joined Newell's Old Boys aged six, before leaving his home country to join Barcelona age 13, but he had played for Grandoli

Desperate Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman gives update on Lionel Messi’s future

World

5 years ago

Lionel Messi has been linked with the likes of Manchester City and Barcelona, but Koeman insists they are trying everything to keep their talisman next season.

Jose Mourinho takes yet another swipe at Tottenham players after late goal at Newcastle

World

5 years ago

Jose Mourinho admitted he was hugely frustrated after seeing his Tottenham squander three points at Newcastle, and the Spurs boss couldn't resist hitting out.

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