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, AFCON, CAF Competitions as well as grassroots competitions in Africa. Email: babajide.orevba@corp.legit.ng

1574 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

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Andre Onana fires warning to Nigeria, others ahead of 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

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Super Eagles goalkeeper in fresh controversy a month after alleged betting scandal

Maduka Okoye has found himself embroiled in another controversy in Italy which comes one month after he was involved in an alleged betting scandal.

Arsenal star told to ignore Nigeria for England after Champions League masterclass

A former England national team and Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole has urged Arsenal star Ethan Nwaneri to play for the England national football team.

WCQ: Nigeria's possible starting XI against Rwanda with Osimhen, Lookman to lead attack

Rwanda vs Nigeria is billed for the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on March 21 and the Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has released a provisional list.

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

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has called up a talented defender for two must-win 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe next month.

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

Eric Chelle has released a 39-man provisional list ahead of Nigeria's forthcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe later in March.

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

Adel Amrouche is plotting the Super Eagles downfall when his Rwanda side host Nigeria in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Amahoro Stadium.

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

Victor Boniface has managed just 141 minutes of action since returning from injury this year as the Nigerian star drops from the Leverkusen starting line up.

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

Manchester United have crashed out of the FA Cup as the Red Devils lost to Fulham via a penalty shootout, with Nigerian star Calvin Bassey scoring in the first half.

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

Former Manchester United central defender Philip Mulryne, who later became a Catholic priest, has returned to the club after about 8 years of absence.

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