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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Mysterious cat who predicted Club World Cup final, chooses winner of Arsenal vs Man City

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Atalanta coach provides update on Ademola Lookman ahead of clash with Torino

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4 months ago

Mysterious cat who predicted Club World Cup final, chooses winner of Man United vs Chelsea

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4 months ago

Gernot Rohr reacts as FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against South Africa

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4 months ago

Pep Guardiola tells Mikel Arteta brutal truth ahead of Arsenal vs Manchester City

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4 months ago

Premier League: Tolu Arokodare faces risk ahead of Wolves vs Leeds United clash

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4 months ago

Okocha recounts players' sacrifices after NFF failed to pay for accommodation at Atlanta '96

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5 months ago

Jay Jay Okocha has disclosed that although Nigeria won gold in the football event at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, it was a tough journey for the team.

Cyriel Dessers silences NFF with goal after harsh match report vs South Africa, video

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5 months ago

Cyriel Dessers appeared to have silence the NFF World Cup qualifier criticism as the striker returned to his club to score a crucial goal in the Greek Cup.

Super Falcons legend announces retirement at 42: "I hang up my boots"

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5 months ago

Super Falcons star Onome Ebi has announced her retirement from professional football after over 24 years of playing with several clubs around the world.

Yakubu Aiyegbeni explains why current Super Eagles squad struggle in World Cup qualifiers

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5 months ago

Yakubu Aiyegbeni has disclosed that he would struggle to score goals in the current Super Eagles squad, saying the team lacks creativity in the midfield.

Jay Jay Okocha: Nigerian legend details how he went on life changing holiday to Germany

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5 months ago

Jay Jay Okocha has opened up on how he took advantage of his trip to Germany before signing his first professional contract with Borussia Neunkirchen.

Jose Mourinho: Portuguese manager set for Stamford Bridge return after accepting new job

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5 months ago

Jose Mourinho could return to the Stamford Bridge as the Portuguese tactician becomes the leading candidate to take over at Portuguese club Benfica.

Atalanta captain speaks on Ademola Lookman's absence: "He didn't bother us"

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5 months ago

Ademola Lookman will not be part of Atalanta's trip to Paris for their Champions League game against PSG and captain Marten de Roon has opened up.

Samuel Chukwueze opens up on plans after football amid Super Eagles' World Cup fading hopes

Football

5 months ago

Samuel Chukwueze could be opening up on his retirement plans as he acted as a cameraman during a training with Fulham after he joined on a season-long loan.

Lesotho search for favourable stadium in South Africa for clash with Nigeria in WCQ

Football

5 months ago

Lesotho take on Nigeria in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier and the country's FA has begun shopping for a favourable match venue in South Africa.

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