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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How Alexander Isak's roots can help Nigeria qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

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FIFA releases official communication ahead of Lesotho vs Nigeria, Zimbabwe vs South Africa

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Sunday Oliseh breaks silence on who caused Man United problems after years of dominance

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Galatasaray drag Turkish doctor to court over 'illness' comments on Victor Osimhen

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Victor Osimhen has been a subject of criticism as a Turkish doctor and pundit in the country claims he was informed that the striker is suffering from an illness.

Mikel Obi: Chelsea legend snubs Rice, Pedri, Rodri, names best midfielder in the world

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4 months ago

Mikel Obi has named the player he feels is the best midfielder in world football right now as the Nigerian football legend snubbed the likes of Rodri and Pedri.

Nigerian prophetess makes prophecy for October as Super Eagles await World Cup fate

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4 months ago

A famous Nigerian prophetess has disclosed that there will be celebrations as she makes predictions ahead of the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Nigeria handed 2026 FIFA World Cup lifeline, NFF source claims - Report

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4 months ago

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been handed a massive boost in the race for an automatic ticket according to an official of the Nigeria Football Federation.

CAF makes key announcement ahead of WCQ as Super Eagles eye South Africa slip-up

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4 months ago

CAF has made an important announcement ahead of the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers, as the Super Eagles chase victories on October 10 and 14, 2025.

Spanish club Barcelona make Marcus Rashford transfer decision after just 10 matches

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4 months ago

Barcelona are said to be prepared to hand Marcus Rashford a permanent contract as the England striker continues to impress at the Spanish outfit.

South Africa coach fires warning to Nigeria ahead of final phase of World Cup qualifiers

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4 months ago

Hugo Broos has disclosed that Bafana Bafana will maintain their edge over Nigeria with victory over Zimbabwe and Rwanda in the World Cup qualifiers.

CAF president makes big AFCON 2025 announcement amid unrest in Morocco

Football

4 months ago

CAF president Patrice Motsepe has opened up on the ongoing unrest in Morocco, the country that will host the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Old but gold: Little girl who held 2008 AFCON trophy trends again, CAF hails her

Football

4 months ago

A little girl from Ghana Mimi Boateng was in the spotlight during the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations final when she walked onto the football pitch carrying the trophy.

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