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

1252 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Turkish pundit explains why media targeted Osimhen with alleged bribery case

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Predicting the winners of AFCON 2025 groups after draw in Morocco

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Super Eagles star releases emotional statement after welcoming third child

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Ex Real Madrid star rallies support for Super Eagles Coach after AFCON draw

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Eric Chelle shares plan for Super Eagles after AFCON 2025 draw in Morocco

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AFCON 2025: 6 games to watch out for in Morocco including Nigeria vs Tunisia

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AFCON 2025: Joseph Yobo makes bold prediction for Super Eagles in Morocco

Super Eagles legend Joseph Yobo has spoken about Nigeria's chances of winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations during the group stage draw held in Morocco.

Pimienta explains why Iheanacho was an unused substitute during Sevilla vs Espanyol

Kelechi Iheanacho was an unused substitute for Sevilla during their 1-1 draw against Espanyol. Hear coach Garcia Pimienta has given reasons for overlooking him.

Victor Osimhen explains his goal celebration after scoring penalty again for Galatasaray

Victor Osimhen scored Galatasaray's only goal in their 1-0 league win over Konyaspor from the penalty spot and performed a special celebration afterwards.

Sevilla coach responds to Finidi’s claims that he disrespected Kelechi Iheanacho

Sevilla head coach Garcia Pimienta has responded to claims by former Super Eagles manager Finidi George that he has disrespected Kelechi Iheanacho.

Victor Osimhen continues penalty streak, scores again for Galatasaray vs Konyaspor

Victor Osimhen has opened the scoring for Galatasaray against Konyaspor. He scores another penalty, the fifth out of his past six goals as he struggles for form.

Fans notice similarity between Guardiola and Klopp before he left Liverpool

Football fans on social media have spotted a similarity between Pep Guardiola and Jürgen Klopp before the German manager left Liverpool at the end of last season.

Leon Balogun clarifies intention for wanting Super Eagles return after 3 years

Rangers defender Leon Balogun has clarified his statement of wanting to return to the Super Eagles after three years absence, giving reasons for his claims.

Atalanta president issues fresh update on Ademola Lookman's future ahead of summer window

Atalanta president Antonio Percassi has provided the latest update on whether the club will keep or sell Ademola Lookman at the end of the season.

New twist to Osimhen's future emerges as European club readies massive bid

Victor Osimhen's future has encountered a new twist after reports emerged that a top European club is ready to submit a new bid for him in the summer.

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