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 five 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@sportsbrief.com

1905 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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CAF sends message to Ghana after qualifying for 2026 World Cup while Nigeria remains hopeful

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Premier League defender explains why he chose Switzerland over Nigeria

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Chelsea legend Diego Costa reignites 10-year beef with ex-Liverpool star during charity match

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Super Eagles players delayed in Angola after emergency landing due to flight problems

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The Super Eagles player and technical crew are yet to arrive in Nigeria after their plane made an emergency landing in Angola due to a technical problem.

Victor Osimhen breaks silence after emotional speech to Super Eagles teammates

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Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has shared a post on his Instagram page after his emotional speech to his teammates following their 2-1 win over Lesotho.

Lookman suspended for Nigeria, Benin to be without 2 key stars ahead of WCQ clash

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13 days ago

The 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match between Nigeria and Benin Republic will be without three key players, including Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman.

Eric Chelle reacts after Nigeria beats Lesotho, World Cup fate to be decided vs Benin

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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has reacted to the crucial 2-1 win over Lesotho, while admitting that the team is under pressure to qualify for the World Cup.

Ex-NFF boss Amaju Pinnick discloses what Super Eagles must do to qualify for 2026 World Cup

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15 days ago

Former NFF President Amaju Pinnick remains hopeful that Nigeria will qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and has sent a message to the Super Eagles players.

Lookman, Iwobi, 6 other Super Eagles stars at risk of suspension ahead of Lesotho clash

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15 days ago

Eight Super Eagles stars are at risk of suspension for Benin Republic if they pick up yellow cards during the match against Lesotho, including Ademola Lookman.

Augustine Eguavoen releases statement amid rumours he will replace Eric Chelle

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15 days ago

NFF technical director Augustine Eguavoen has published a statement addressing the rumours that he will replace Eric Chelle as Super Eagles head coach.

FIFA President sends message to an African country as Super Eagles hopes for World Cup miracle

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15 days ago

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Egypt after qualifying for the 2026 World Cup as the Super Eagles of Nigeria hope for a miracle.

NFF, NSC react to reports that Eguavoen will replace Chelle as Super Eagles coach for AFCON 2025

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15 days ago

The Nigeria Football Federation and National Sports Commission have reacted to the reports that Augustine Eguavoen will replace Eric Chelle as Super Eagles boss.

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