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. Legit.ng Sport's Desk MVP of the Year 2024.

Elijah Odetokun is a Nigerian sports editor at Legit.ng. He has five 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. He has covered major Super Eagles games, including FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Email: elijah.odetokun@sportsbrief.com

2227 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Eric Chelle: Super Eagles coach makes bold promise to Nigerians ahead of AFCON 2027

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AFCON 2025: FIFA President Gianni Infantino sends strong message to Senegal after chaotic final

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AFCON 2025: CAF sends message to Sadio Mane as he celebrates title with wife and daughter

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AFCON 2025: NFF President confirms decision on Eric Chelle's future after bronze medal

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AFCON 2025: Stanley Nwabali aims dig at Morocco after Senegal’s final victory

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AFCON 2025 final: Akor Adams shares perfectly-timed post after Senegal beat Morocco

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AFCON 2025: Eric Chelle reacts as Nigeria beats Egypt to win bronze medal

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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has shared his thoughts after Nigeria defeated Egypt to win the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

AFCON 2025: Stanley Nwabali sends cryptic message after penalty heroics vs Egypt

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Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali shared a cryptic message on his social media page after helping Nigeria beat Egypt in AFCON 2025 bronze match.

AFCON 2025: Osimhen, Lookman rested as Eric Chelle names Super Eagles XI vs Egypt

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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has rested Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman in his team to face Egypt in AFCON 2025 third-place playoff match.

AFCON 2025: CAF President Patrice Motsepe sends message to fans over poor officiating

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CAF President Patrice Motsepe acknowledges fans' complaints about officiating quality at AFCON 2025, highlighting concerns over recent matches in Morocco.

AFCON 2025: Senegal submits official petition to CAF ahead of final vs Morocco

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Senegal's Football Federation petitions CAF, raising concerns over security, training facilities, and ticket allocation ahead of AFCON 2025 final against Morocco.

AFCON 2025: List of TV stations and streaming platforms to watch Egypt vs Nigeria

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Super Eagles face Egypt in the AFCON 2025 third-place match at Mohammed V Stadium. Broadcast worldwide at 5pm, both teams seek bronze after semi-final losses.

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AFCON 2025: Eric Chelle speaks about his future as Super Eagles boss after loss to Morocco

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Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle discusses his future after Nigeria's AFCON 2025 exit, facing Egypt for bronze amid speculation over his tenure post-tournament.

Drogba, Essien, other African legends who never won AFCON as Mohamed Salah misses another chance

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Mohamed Salah's AFCON dreams are dashed as Egypt loses to Senegal in the 2025 semi-final. Explore the legendary players who, like Salah, never won the tournament.

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AFCON 2025: NFF President sends message to Nigerians after Laryea's officiating vs Morocco

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NFF President Ibrahim Gusau addresses Nigerians after Nigeria’s semi-final loss to Morocco in AFCON 2025, highlighting controversial officiating and team resilience.

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