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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Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr lists Musa, Osimhen, 22 others for Squirrels, Crocodiles

Nigeria

5 years ago

Thomas Tuchel 'attacks' Chelsea star for poor positioning during win against Everton

World

5 years ago

Man Utd star auctioning off shirt and boots from derby win to raise £720k for kids with rare form of cancer

World

5 years ago

Super Eagles legend flaunts beautiful wife, adorable daughters as he celebrates them on International Women’s Day

Nigeria

5 years ago

Alex Iwobi ignores Arsenal legend Kanu, names Toure, Mahrez, Okocha in his ultimate African XI

World

5 years ago

New Barcelona president emerges after claiming 57.6% votes in Catalonia

World

5 years ago

Victor Osimhen returns to Napoli squad, scores breathtaking goal against Bologna

Nigeria

5 years ago

Victor Osimhen marked his return to Napoli’s side with a goal in their 3-1 home win against Bologna, in Sunday’s Serie A fixture as he missed their last three.

Costly Xhaka mistake gifts Burnley an equaliser as Arsenal draw at Turf Moor

World

5 years ago

Burnley vs Arsenal has ended disastrously for the Gunners after Granit Xhaka gifted the hosts a sensational equaliser cancelling out Aubameyang's early goal.

Tensed Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola set to block some crucial players from International Duty

World

5 years ago

Pep Guardiola has joined the likes of Jurgen Klopp and Thomas Tuchel, who have said they will not allow players to leave the country if they have to quarantine.

Super Eagles legend settles debate on the better striker between Lewandowski and Haaland

Football

5 years ago

Austin Okocha spoke to Soccer Laduma ahead of Der Klassiker between Bayern and BVB this weekend, a fixture that usually attracts millions of viewers around

Obafemi Martins ahead of Ighalo as Mikel, Iheanacho named in top 10 richest Nigerian footballers

Nigeria

5 years ago

Obafemi Martins who is reportedly worth ₦14 billion has emerged Nigeria's second richest footballer right behind former Chelsea star Mikel Obi with ₦23 billion.

Barcelona suffer major blow in their La Liga title quest as superstar ruled out after suffering knee injury

Football

5 years ago

Gerard pique sustained in their showdown against Sevilla but it appeared not to be serious as he was just treated on the sidelines before he continued to play.

Man City star lives in a dorm room and still goes to school despite earning £120,000-a-week

World

5 years ago

Rodri has been an integral part of Manchester City's incredible run this season - playing much more minutes than any other player in Pep Guardiola's squad.

Tension in Camp Nou as Messi reportedly shopping for house ahead of potential switch to top club

Football

5 years ago

Lionel Messi is yet to commit to a new deal with the Spanish giants and is reportedly only willing to decide on his future at the end of the current season.

Embattled Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp breaks silence after home loss to Chelsea

Football

5 years ago

Jurgen Klopp insists Liverpool's 1-0 defeat to eternal rivals Chelsea is a "massive blow" to his side's hopes of finishing in the Premier League's top four.

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