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 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

1398 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

Author's articles

Seyi Olofinjana names one condition that will make his kids play for Nigeria

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Victor Osimhen fires blank as Galatasaray inch closer to title with win over...

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Top 5 highest-paid Premier League captains after Van Dijk’s new contract at...

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Victor Osimhen's conversation with Galatasaray board member leaks amid exit...

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Reece James takes swipe at Enzo Maresca after Chelsea loss to Legia Warsaw

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Ruben Amorim makes honest admission after Man Utd’s dramatic comeback vs Lyon

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Son of Nigeria's 1994 World Cup star named on Chelsea bench vs Legia Warsaw

Football

2 months ago

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has handed first team squad call-up to Landon Emenalo against Legia Warsaw, the son of former Super Eagles star Michael Emenalo.

Victor Osimhen: pundit explains why striker will not continue at Galatasaray

Football

2 months ago

Victor Osimhen is nearing the end of his season-long loan at Galatasaray and the club want him permanently, but a pundit has explained why it is not possible.

Sunday Oliseh sparks debate, names best Super Eagles squad ever

Football

2 months ago

Super Eagles legend Sunday Oliseh has caused controversy on social media after naming the greatest ever Nigerian national team squad in response to a fan.

Carlo Ancelotti: Real Madrid make decision over coach's future after Champions League exit

Football

2 months ago

Real Madrid have reportedly decided to part ways with head coach Carlo Ancelotti after the Copa del Rey final against rivals Barcelona on April 26.

Kelechi Iheanacho: Olofinjana defends Super Eagles star after Sevilla director’s criticism

Football

2 months ago

Former Nigerian international Oluwaseyi Olofinjana has hit out at Sevilla's sporting director Victor Orta after calling Kelechi Iheanacho's transfer a mistake.

Arsenal star earns praise after ‘predicting’ Real Madrid scoreline with powerful Bible verse

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2 months ago

Football fans on social media have showered praises on Jurrien Timber after his Bible verse reflected the aggregate scoreline against Real Madrid.

Real Madrid vs Arsenal: Mikel Arteta reacts after reaching historic Champions League semi final

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2 months ago

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has shared his thoughts after leading the team to a historic UEFA Champions League semifinal, beating Real Madrid 5-1 on aggregate.

South Africa ex-captain panics, calls for drastic action in SAFA as 3 points deduction looms

Football

2 months ago

Former South Africa national team captain Itumeleng Khune has called for drastic action inside SAFA as the team faces points deduction in the World Cup qualifier.