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.

2771 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Saudi Arabia identifies 2 possible replacements for Cristiano Ronaldo amid strike

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Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone explains Ademola Lookman’s best position

Football

4 months ago

Liam Rosenior reacts as Cole Palmer sets new Chelsea record with hat-trick vs Wolves

Football

4 months ago

Frank Onyeka: Super Eagles star expecting baby days after joining Coventry City

Football

4 months ago

Senegal star Gana Gueye speaks about AFCON 2025 final incident: “We expected it”

Football

4 months ago

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali speaks about his next club after leaving Chippa United

Football

4 months ago

Ademola Lookman: How Spanish media rated Super Eagles star after his debut goal for Atletico Madrid

Football

4 months ago

Ademola Lookman impressed on his Atletico Madrid debut, scoring a goal and assisting another in a 5-0 victory, earning high praise from Spanish media and fans.

Alex Iwobi provides major update on Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualification chances

Football

4 months ago

Alex Iwobi discusses the Super Eagles' 2026 World Cup hopes post-penalty loss to DR Congo, while NFF petitions FIFA over eligibility of Congolese players.

Atalanta president reacts to Ademola Lookman’s move to Atletico Madrid

Football

4 months ago

Atalanta President Luca Percassi comments on Ademola Lookman’s transfer to Atletico Madrid after an 18-month saga, highlighting team dynamics and future focus.

Wilfred Ndidi, other Super Eagles stars whose proposed January moves did not work out

Football

4 months ago

Four Super Eagles stars, including captain Wilfred Ndidi, failed to secure transfer to new clubs in January despite transfer interests from other clubs.

Davido sends message to Ademola Lookman after his move to Atletico Madrid

Football

4 months ago

Afrobeats star Davido congratulates Ademola Lookman following his transfer to Atletico Madrid, marking a significant move from Atalanta amidst past controversies.

Atalanta boss Raffaele Palladino sends message to Ademola Lookman after joining Atletico Madrid

Football

4 months ago

Raffaele Palladino praises Ademola Lookman following his transfer from Atalanta to Atletico Madrid, reflecting on his impactful time at the Bergamo club.

Stanley Nwabali breaks silence after leaving South African club Chippa United

Football

4 months ago

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali departs Chippa United after four seasons, reflecting on his journey and future prospects following AFCON success.

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali leaves South African club Chippa United

Football

4 months ago

Premier Soccer League club Chippa United have terminated Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali's contract after he requested for a formal departure.

2026 Winter Olympics: Nigerian athlete set to make history with date, time, and channel to watch

Athletics

4 months ago

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy commence on February 6 at San Siro, hosted by Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, featuring Nigeria's cross-country skier Samuel Ikpefan.

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