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

1998 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Adarabioyo, Madueke, other Nigerians listed in Chelsea's pre season squad

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a year ago

Paris 2024: Tobi Amusan named Nigeria's flag bearer for Olympics opening ceremony

Athletics

a year ago

Victor Osimhen could consider Saudi Arabia move after PSG move stalls

Football

a year ago

Gernot Rohr: ex Super Eagles boss explains why team is struggling after AFCON

Football

a year ago

4 clubs Romelu Lukaku could join if Victor Osimhen blocks his Napoli move

Football

a year ago

Keke Marwa, Kanu Nwankwo spotted as Freetown features in new Arsenal Ad ahead of next season

Football

a year ago

Arsenal have launched their black-themed away kit for next season. Some scenes were shot in Africa featuring keke Marwa on the streets of Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Super Eagles star credits former coach after dumping Germany for Nigeria

Football

a year ago

German-born Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has praised former manager Gernot Rohr for helping him fulfil his dream of representing the Super Eagles.

Stanley Nwabali reacts as Sabinus loses phone in Brain Jotter's dance challenge

Football

a year ago

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali reacted to comedian Sabinus' Brain Jotter's dance challenge video after the skitmaker was robbed of his phone.

Victor Osimhen: Why Napoli Star’s Departure Is Complicated with PSG Interest

Football

a year ago

Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly cooled their transfer interest in Victor Osimhen as the deal with Napoli gets complicated over the transfer fee.

Brazil Striker Warns Teammates Ahead of 2024 Olympics Clash Against Nigeria

Football

a year ago

Brazil striker Adriana Leal da Silva has issued a warning to her teammates ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics Group C clash against the Super Falcons of Nigeria.

Victor Osimhen’s U17 teammate set to join Argentinian club Gimnasia

Football

a year ago

Former Nigerian U17 star Christian Ebere is set to join Argentinian club Gimnasia from Uruguayan club Nacional. He will join on loan with an option to buy.

Bukayo Saka: England star explains the meaning of his Yoruba name

Football

a year ago

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has reflected on his Nigerian heritage and also explained the meaning of his Yoruba name. He was born and raised in England.

“My life”: Cristiano Ronaldo shares adorable family vacation photo in Saudi Arabia

Football

a year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo is on vacation with his family on his yacht in Saudi Arabia. He shared a photo on social media with a telling caption that got fans talking.

Calafiori edges closer to Arsenal move: 5 Euro 2024 stars who have joined new clubs

Football

a year ago

Riccardo Calafiori is edging closer to a move to Arsenal. He becomes the latest player to star at Euro 2024 and secure a move to a big European club.

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