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

1587 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

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WCQ: Eric Chelle invites defender who subdued Romelu Lukaku for Rwanda, Zimbabwe

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Eric Chelle snubs Chelsea and Arsenal stars for World Cup qualifiers, sparks debate

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Amrouche talks tough as newly appointed Rwanda coach draws battle line against Nigeria

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Concerns as striker Victor Boniface drops in pecking order under Xabi Alonso

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Calvin Bassey scores as Fulham knock Manchester United out of FA Cup via penalties

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Former Manchester United star who turned priest returns after 8 year absence

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Paul Pogba sends special Ramadan message to fans as he performs Umrah in Saudi Arabia

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Paul Pogba has shared a special message with his Muslim faithful as the former Manchester United joins the Ramadan fast from Kaaba in Saudi Arabia.

Calvin Bassey to convince impressive Arsenal star to dump England for Super Eagles

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Calvin Bassey has disclosed that playing for Nigeria is deeply personal to him and the Fulham star seems to be prepared to convince Ethan Nwaneri.

"UEFA really don't want AFCON to be played": Details emerge on Carragher's fuss

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Jamie Carrgher's controversial comments on the Africa Cup of Nations has sparked mixed reaction as an Argentine journalist says UEFA are campaigning against AFCON.

Inside injury-ravaged Super Eagles camp as key players battle fitness ahead of Rwanda showdown

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria are desperate to reposition themselves in the forthcoming World Cup qualifiers with victories against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.

Chelsea star among 3 options for Eric Chelle as search for injured Semi Ajayi intensifies

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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has launched an intensive search for Semi Ajayi's replacement ahead of the forthcoming matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.

Former African Player of the Year El-Hadji Diouf berates Carragher over AFCON comments

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5 months ago

El-Hadji Diouf has lambasted former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher who claimed the Africa Cup of Nations is not on the level of Euros and Copa America.

6 Nigerian youngsters train with Arsenal ahead of mouth-watering clash vs Man United

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5 months ago

Six Nigeria-eligible players were involved in Arsenal's training ahead of their mouth-watering Youth FA Cup encounter against rivals Manchester United.

Guardiola and estranged wife Cristina Serra begin divorce proceedings using same lawyer

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5 months ago

Pep Guardiola and his estranged wife Cristina Serra have set for a legal showdown as the couple prepare to officially seal their divorce after 30 years relationship.

William Troost-Ekong flaunts beautiful wife and cute kids in adorable family photo

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5 months ago

Stand-in Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has taken to social media to flaunt his wife and kids as his daughter celebrates her 4th birthday in style.

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