Elijah Odetokun

Education: Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria (2014-2020) London School of Journalism (2023-2024) Foundation for Investigative Journalism (2020) AIPS (2021) Reuters (2021) Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Daily Times Nigeria (2020) OmaSports (2020-2021) El Futbolero (2021) Sports Brief (2022-2024) Legit (2024 - present)

Awards: Sports Brief Rookie of the Year 2023.

Elijah Odetokun is a Nigerian sports editor at Legit.ng. He has four years of working experience and holds a Bachelor of Agriculture from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, and a Diploma in Freelance and Sports Writing from the London School of Journalism. Email: elijah.odetokun@sportsbrief.com

696 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Lookman opens up on Premier League rumours after UCL goal vs Real Madrid

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Galatasaray insider aims subtle dig at Osimhen, confirms extent of his latest in...

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Victor Osimhen’s injury record after Galatasaray confirm latest setback

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CAF POTY favourite Lookman sends subtle message to Adarabioyo and co to play for...

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Victor Osimhen's penalty record after scoring for Galatasaray against Sivasspor

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Napoli director provides key update on Osimhen's future amid multiple interest in January

Napoli's sporting director Giovanni Manna has provided the latest update on Victor Osimhen's future as many top European clubs show interest in the striker.

Victor Boniface praises Osimhen with one word after setting new record for Galatasaray

Victor Osimhen has reacted to compatriot Victor Boniface praising him on Instagram after scoring a penalty for Galatasaray against Sivasspor on Sunday.

Victor Osimhen: Turkish commentator praises Galatasaray star with Yoruba inspired phrase

Victor Osimhen scored for Galatasaray during their 3-2 win over Sivasspor. A Turkish commentator has praised the striker with a phrase that takes cue from Yoruba.

Hakimi beats Lookman, others to top award ahead of CAF POTY showdown

Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi has won a top African award, beating Ademola Lookman and others before CAF POTY Award ceremony next week.

CAF POTY favourite Lookman rates Atalanta's title chances as he eyes historic Serie A win

Ademola Lookman has spoken about the possibility of Atalanta winning the Serie A title after scoring the winning goal against AC Milan to go top of the table.

Super Eagles dealt major blow ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been hit by a major setback before their next FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign match scheduled for March 2025.

Victor Osimhen: Okan Buruk hints at major breakthrough in Galatasaray's pursuit of striker

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has dropped a major hint at a breakthrough in the club's pursuit of the permanent signing of loan star Victor Osimhen.

Ex international challenges Iwobi to replicate Fulham form with Super Eagles

Former Nigerian international striker John Utaka has challenged Alex Iwobi to replicate his Fulham form with the Super Eagles after scoring a brace against Brighton.

Napoli director issues two-word update on Osimhen's future ahead of January transfer window

Napoli's sporting director Giovanni Manna has provided an update on Galatasaray loan star Victor Osimhen's future ahead of the January transfer window.

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