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

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

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

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27 days 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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27 days 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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27 days 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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27 days 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

27 days 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

27 days 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.

Victor Osimhen: Turkish commentator raises concerns over fitness status of Nigerian striker

Football

28 days ago

Victor Osimhen seems to be playing with a serious injury, according to a famous Turkish football pundit, Ahmet Cakar, who has called for caution.

Victor Osimhen gets into fight during Galatasaray vs Besiktas, Ndidi reacts after, video

Football

29 days ago

Victor Osimhen was in the thick of action during Galatasaray's 1-1 draw with Besiktas in the Turkish Super Lig as he had an altercation with Emirhan Topcu.

Boniface laments wasted opportunity in Werder Bremen's clash: "See wetin I miss"

Football

29 days ago

Victor Boniface was in action during Werder Bremen's 1-0 win over St. Pauli in the Bundesliga coming off the bench in the 81st minute, but he missed a chance.

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