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 six 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@corp.legit.ng.

3202 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Taiwo Awoniyi: Why Super Eagles star chose Coventry City despite offers from other clubs

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Super Eagles stars who have joined new clubs after Awoniyi moved to Coventry City

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Nottingham Forest players, fans celebrate Taiwo Awoniyi ahead of move to Coventry City

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Cristiano Ronaldo shares insight into his life post-retirement after marrying Georgina Rodriguez

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Taiwo Awoniyi to link up with Super Eagles teammate Onyeka at Coventry under Frank Lampard

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Corum FK coach reacts after Osimhen denied his team famous victory at Galatasaray

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Victor Osimhen reacts to Galatasaray's draw vs Corum despite his brace

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Victor Osimhen scored twice for Galatasaray in a 2-2 draw against Corum FK. He warns of a challenging season ahead for the Turkish champions after the setback.

Galatasaray coach reacts after Osimhen's 2 goals during draw vs Corum FK

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Galatasaray's Okan Buruk reflects on a 2-2 draw with Corum FK in the Turkish Super League opener as Victor Osimhen scores twice, including a late equaliser.

Victor Osimhen reacts to transfer rumours linking him to Arsenal after scoring 2 goals vs Corum

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Victor Osimhen addresses transfer speculation connecting him to Arsenal, scoring twice in Galatasaray's 2-2 draw against Corum FK, focusing on his work amid rumours.

Victor Osimhen scored first goal of 2026/27 Super Lig season vs Corum FK

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Victor Osimhen has scored the first goal of the 2026/2027 Turkish Super League season for defending champions Galatasaray in the opener against Corum FK.

NFF set up committee to investigate Super Falcons WAFCON 2026 and 2027 Women's World Cup failure

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NFF forms a six-member committee to probe Super Falcons' WAFCON exit, marking Nigeria's first failure to qualify for Women’s World Cup since 1991.

Supercomputer predicts Arsenal's chances of retaining Premier League title

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Opta's supercomputer forecasts the 2026/27 Premier League, predicting Arsenal's chance of retaining the title amid fierce competition from newly managed clubs.

Victor Osimhen's comments about playing in Premier League resurface amid Arsenal interest

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Victor Osimhen's ambition to play in the Premier League resurfaces as Arsenal makes contact with Galatasaray to explore the conditions for the deal.

Victor Osimhen set to start for Galatasaray in season opener vs Corum amid Arsenal interest

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Victor Osimhen completes Galatasaray's final pre-season training, set to lead the attack against Corum FK as Arsenal approaches with player offers for his transfer.

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Super Falcons coach reacts after failing to qualify for 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup

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Super Falcons coach Justine Madugu apologises after Nigeria's historic failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, losing to South Africa in a playoff.

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