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.

2751 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Victor Osimhen explains why he did not celebrate his goal against Juventus

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NFF President sends message to Gianni Infantino ahead of FIFA verdict on World Cup case

Football

3 months ago

Galatasaray vice-president sets price tag for Victor Osimhen amid Barcelona interest

Football

3 months ago

Eric Chelle set to invite 2 new players to Super Eagles for tournament in Jordan

Football

3 months ago

Road to World Cup: Nigeria listed among teams competing at FIFAe Nations League

Football

3 months ago

Diego Simeone explains why he benched Ademola Lookman against Club Brugge

Football

3 months ago

Victor Osimhen sends message to Juventus ahead of Champions League match

Football

3 months ago

Victor Osimhen sent a powerful message to Juventus ahead of the UEFA Champions League second leg, highlighting Galatasaray's strategy after their first leg victory.

Victor Osimhen hints at return to Serie A, names potential next club

Football

3 months ago

Victor Osimhen hinted at a return to Serie A, expressing admiration for Juventus while navigating interest from top clubs, despite his recent move to Galatasaray.

FIFA reacts to Mexico cartel chaos as Nigeria, DR Congo await World Cup playoff decision

Football

3 months ago

FIFA has reacted to violence in Mexico after El Mencho's death, raising concerns over safety for the 2026 World Cup amid chaos in Guadalajara and host cities.

Cristiano Ronaldo sends powerful message to Olympic legend who avoided career-ending injury

Athletics

3 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo supported Lindsey Vonn following her successful surgery for a complex tibia fracture after an injury at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina.

NFF official responds to Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle’s 19-point demand for contract renewal

Football

3 months ago

The Nigeria Football Federation has responded to Eric Chelle's 19-point demands for a contract renewal, including a $130,000 monthly salary for him and his staff.

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Mikel Obi slams former boss Jose Mourinho over his comments on Vinicius Jr racism incident

Football

3 months ago

Mikel Obi criticised Jose Mourinho's remarks on Vinicius Jr's racism row as UEFA investigates Gianluca Prestianni's alleged abuse during a Champions League match.

NSC chairman issues update on World Cup case against DR Congo as FIFA verdict drags

Football

3 months ago

Shehu Dikko issued an update on Nigeria's case against DR Congo, with the Super Eagles awaiting a verdict ahead of international matches in March.

AFCON final fallout: CAF referees head from DR Congo set for removal, faces severe punishment

Football

3 months ago

CAF's head of referees, Olivier Safari Kabene, faces dismissal after the AFCON 2025 final controversy involving Senegalese players' protest against the officiating.

NFF insider provides update on Eric Chelle's future as Super Eagles coach amid exit rumours

Football

3 months ago

A NFF insider provides an update on Eric Chelle's future as Super Eagles coach amid speculation of his exit following World Cup failure and demands for a salary.

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