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

1583 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

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Donald Trump reportedly took home a medal during Chelsea's FIFA Club World Cup title celebrations and there are insinuations that it belonged to Noni Madueke.

Ademola Lookman: European club reach €40M agreement with reigning CAF Player of the Year

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Ademola Lookman is poised to leave Atalanta this summer, and reports have it that another European club have agreed a €40m deal to sign the Nigerian.

How Donald Trump kept original FIFA Club World Cup trophy while Chelsea lifted replica

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Chelsea were handed a replica of the FIFA Club World Cup trophy amid reports that President Donald Trump kept the original title in his Oval Office.

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Chelsea players are set to receive a huge bonus following their triumph at the just-concluded FIFA Club World Cup in the United States of America.

Ex-Super Eagles star stirs reactions with message to Peter Obi on his birthday

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Peter Obi continues to get all the accolades as former goalkeeper Ambruse Vanzekin, who was celebrating his birthday, declared the politician as his president.

Chelsea star told to seek urgent traditional prayer as prophet predicts imminent death

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Chelsea star Marc Cucurella has been told to seek traditional prayer as a Ghanian prophet Karma President says the Spanish footballer's life is in danger.

Muhammadu Buhari: Stadium erupts in noise after MC announces ex-Nigerian president's death

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Muhammadu Buhari passed away on July 13, 2025, and his death has sparked mixed reactions across the country, with some citizens rejoicing over the news.

Why Chelsea will wear FIFA's gold badge for four years after Club World Cup win

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Chelsea will wear the gold FIFA Champions badge for four years after defeating Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 to win the revamped FIFA Club World Cup title on Sunday.

Nicolas Jackson warned as Pedro leads competition in Chelsea attack

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Brazilian forward Joao Pedro impressed in Chelsea's 3-0 win over PSG, while fans say Nicolas Jackson must improve technically to compete for a starting spot.

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