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.

3436 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Maduka Okoye spotted with Cardi B at Milan Fashion Week amid Super Eagles' camp absence

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Boucher spotted in training to face Nigeria despite reported exclusion from Madagascar squad

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AFCON 2027Q: Eric Chelle trains 23 Super Eagles stars as Maduka Okoye remains absent

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a month ago

AFCON 2027 qualifier: Madagascar star sends bold message to Super Eagles

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Victor Osimhen's expected injury return date after withdrawing from Super Eagles squad

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Eric Chelle: Super Eagles coach's salary emerges before AFCON 2027 qualifier

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AFCON 2027Q: How Super Eagles stars performed for their clubs before international break

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Super Eagles open AFCON 2027 qualifier camp in Uyo as Nigeria face Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, with Victor Osimhen out and key players' weekend form assessed.

CAF names Super Eagles key attackers in Victor Osimhen’s absence due to injury

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a month ago

CAF has highlighted the attacking options available to Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle after Victor Osimhen withdrew from the squad due to a groin injury.

AFCON 2027 Qualifier: Lookman Sends Strong Message to Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau

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a month ago

Ademola Lookman backs Nigeria to claim six points against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau as the Super Eagles begin a crucial AFCON 2027 qualifying campaign.

Tolu Arokodare raises doubts over his fitness after Victor Osimhen’s withdrawal

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Tolu Arokodare joins Nigeria for 2027 AFCON qualifiers despite fitness concerns, as Eric Chelle faces attacking problems after Victor Osimhen's withdrawal.

Madagascar arrive in Nigeria ahead of AFCON 2027 qualifier vs Super Eagles

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a month ago

Madagascar arrive in Nigeria for their AFCON 2027 qualifier against the Super Eagles, while goalkeeper Zacharie Boucher is dropped over his 2018 remarks.

Super Eagles open AFCON 2027 qualifier camp ahead of Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau matches

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a month ago

Nigeria’s Super Eagles open camp in Uyo for AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, as Taiwo Awoniyi replaces injured striker Victor Osimhen.

Lovely moment Bursaspor fans hail Kelechi Iheanacho on flight back after netting 11th league goal

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a month ago

Kelechi Iheanacho scores twice as Bursaspor beat Batman Petrolspor 2-1 to top Turkey’s second tier, while fans celebrate his 11 goals in eight league games.

Diego Simeone praises Lookman after Atletico’s controversial win over Real Madrid

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Diego Simeone praises Ademola Lookman after Atletico Madrid’s controversial 2-1 derby win over Real Madrid, as the winger joins Nigeria for AFCON qualifiers.

Galatasaray coach reacts after his red card during 4-0 loss to Trabzonspor

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Galatasaray suffered a 4-0 defeat to Trabzonspor as Mohamed Salah scored a hat-trick, while Okan Buruk accused the referee of deliberately sending him off.

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