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

1407 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Wizkid sends inspiring message to Super Eagles with 3 points at stake in Kigali

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Rwanda suffer double blow ahead of World Cup qualifier vs Nigeria

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3 months ago

Ex-Arsenal star likens Osimhen to Diego Costa, but warns Chelsea against signing...

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4 Super Eagles stars to watch out for during 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier

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3 months ago

NFF send strong message to Super Eagles ahead of 2026 World Cup qualifier

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3 months ago

Osimhen connects 2nd relative to life-changing opportunity after joining Galatasaray

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3 months ago

Victor Osimhen has connected another one of his relatives to a life-changing opportunity in Turkey since joining Galatasaray on a season-long loan.

Eric Chelle’s replacement at Mali explains why Nigeria must qualify for 2026 World Cup

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3 months ago

Belgian manager Tom Saintfiet, who replaced Eric Chelle as Mali's head coach has admitted that it is a must for the Super Eagles to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

Turkish pundit explains how Osimhen makes difference between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce

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3 months ago

Victor Osimhen has been signed out for praise by three Turkish commentators as the difference between Galatasaray and fiercest rivals Fenerbahce this season.

Italian legend states key area Lookman is better than all Serie A attackers

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3 months ago

Former Inter Milan striker Christian Vieri has named a key attribute which Ademola Lookman has better than every other Italian Serie A attackers.

Ighalo throws lavish party in Lekki mansion to celebrate his mom 80th birthday

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3 months ago

Odion Ighalo celebrated his mum's birthday in grand style with a lavish party at his Lekki mansion with top Nigerian entertainment celebrities in attendance.

Osimhen leads early arrivals at Super Eagles camp in Rwanda ahead of World Cup qualifier

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3 months ago

Six players have reported at the Super Eagles camp in Rwanda ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match against the Amavubi in Kigali on Friday.

Atalanta CEO speaks on Gasperini’s future after public spat with Ademola Lookman

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3 months ago

Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi has shared his thoughts on Gian Piero Gasperini's future after the manager clashed with star player Ademola Lookman over a penalty miss.

Newcastle win 1st major trophy in 70 years after beating Liverpool in Carabao Cup final

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3 months ago

Newcastle United have beaten Liverpool 2-1 at Wembley Stadium to win the 2024/25 Carabao Cup final, their first major domestic trophy in 70 years.

Emmanuel Amuneke sends message to Super Eagles ahead of World Cup qualifier

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3 months ago

Former Super Eagles forward Emmanuel Amuneke has sent a message to the team ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier games against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.

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