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

1808 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

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FIFA president sends message to African nation after making World Cup history, Nigeria awaits fate

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Chelsea announce signing of impressive Nigerian defender amid World Cup qualifiers

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19 days ago

Reactions as Mohamed Salah appears in Cameroon's electoral list: "Dem teach INEC work"

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20 days ago

Eric Chelle told what to do about goalkeeper Nwabali as Benin train for 5 hours

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20 days ago

Ranking shows 2 nations need to drop points for Nigeria to qualify for World Cup playoffs

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20 days ago

FIFA president Gianni Infantino sends message to Ghana as Black Stars qualify for 2026 World Cup

Football

20 days ago

Ahmed Musa releases statement after Kano Pillars fans attack referee, Shooting Stars

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20 days ago

Ahmed Musa has released an official statement following the chaotic incident that saw Kano Pillars fans attack the match referee and Shooting Stars.

Liverpool legends defeat Chelsea again as Mikel suffers injury, Babayaro subbed in

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21 days ago

Chelsea Legends were defeated by rivals Liverpool Legends in a charity match, with encounter staged at Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon, October 11.

South Africa vs Rwanda: Amavubi send message to fans as Nigeria hope for favourable result

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22 days ago

South Africa vs Rwanda is building momentum as both teams clash in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, as Nigeria and Benin hope for favourable result.

Angry fans flood Nwabali's Instagram page after performance in Lesotho vs Nigeria

Football

22 days ago

Stanley Nwabali is being criticised for his performance in Nigeria's 2-1 win over Lesotho as fans fault him for the goal conceded which could prove costly.

Victor Osimhen recounts how he was forced to sign Napoli deal while father was dying

Football

23 days ago

Victor Osimhen has opened up on his deal with Italian club suggesting everything was shrouded in secrecy as Napoli president is under investigation.

Nigeria-eligible star Endurance Alade excited with Vitesse deal: "I feel extremely happy"

Football

23 days ago

Endurance Alade has joined Dutch club Vitesse on a performance-based deal and the Nigeria-eligible star says he will work hard to earn a professional contract.

Vinicius Jr provides explanation to girlfriend, apologises for disappointing her

Football

24 days ago

Vinicius Jr has taken to social media to apologise to his girlfriend Virginia Fonseca days after an England-based Brazilian model ridiculed him on the internet.

NFF slammed over 'convenient’ plan to appoint Super Eagles legend as Eric Chelle's replacement

Football

24 days ago

There are reports that Augustine Eguavoen could be re-appointed as the Super Eagles coach should Eric Chelle fail to qualify Nigeria for the World Cup.

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

Football

24 days ago

Alexander Isak's roots can help Nigeria secure qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite that the Super Eagles have struggled in recent times.

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