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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List of Nigerian billionaires who own clubs in Europe as Dangote regrets not buying Arsenal

Football

a year ago

Turkish giants Galatasaray confirm signing of another Nigerian football star

Football

a year ago

"I regret:" Dangote speaks on building refinery over buying Arsenal, explains what he'll do

Football

a year ago

Anthony Joshua spotted with DJ Cuppy for the first time after loss to Daniel Dubois

Boxing

a year ago

Boniface explains what will happen on wedding, celebrates Leverkusen’s win with DJ Chicken’s dance

Football

a year ago

English giants send representatives to watch Ballon d'Or nominee Ademola Lookman

Football

a year ago

Osimhen sends message to Galatasaray fans after superb assist against Mourinho's Fenerbahce

Football

a year ago

Victor Osimhen has thanked Galatasaray fans for their support following their victory over eternal Super Lig rivals Fenerbahce on Saturday, September 21.

"Brother Femo": What DJ Cuppy said moments before Anthony Joshua's loss to Daniel Dubois

Boxing

a year ago

DJ Cuppy had sent an inspiring message to Anthony Joshua shortly before the boxer took on Daniel Dubois in an IBF title fight at the packed Wembley Stadium.

Jay Jay Okocha, Emmanuel Adebayor, Samuel Eto'o arrive in Congo, meet President Nguesso

Football

a year ago

Jay Jay Okocha, Emmanuel Adebayor and Samuel Eto'o honoured the invitation of Congo's President Nguesso as the country continues to launch sports facilities.

"It seemed like a fixed match": Boxing pundit raises eyebrows over Anthony Joshua vs Dubois fight

Boxing

a year ago

Anthony Joshua's loss to Daniel Dubois continued to generate talking points as a Nigerian boxing pundit Bamidele Bakare says it seemed the bout was fixed.

Anthony Joshua Takes Decision Over Boxing Future After Loss to Daniel Dubois

Boxing

a year ago

Anthony Joshua's devastating loss to British compatriot Daniel Dubois has continued to generate comments with questions asked about his future in boxing.

Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois: Preview, undercard, venue, date and time

Boxing

a year ago

Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois is gaining momentum as both British boxers will go all out at the Wembley Stadium for the IBF world title at the Wembley Stadium.

"He has to keep his actions a bit simpler": Leverkusen star warns teammate Boniface

Football

a year ago

Victor Boniface produced a Thierry Henry-themed pass during Bayer Leverkusen's win over Feyenoord in the UCL, but Granit Xhaka has some words for the Nigerian.

Mikel aims dig at footballers with African roots, makes strong comment on Lookman, Saka

Football

a year ago

Mikel Obi has aimed a dig at some players who choose to play for their African origin after they have past their prime as he praised Bukayo Saka and Ademola Lookman.

Seun Kuti slams Rodri, other footballers planning to go on strike, tells FIFA, UEFA what to do

Football

a year ago

Seun Kuti has blasted Rodri and other footballers who have decried a loaded schedule, as the singer said their jobs does not worth the kind of millions they earn.

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