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

1358 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Super Eagles captain Ekong reacts as Ademola Lookman wins CAF POTY award

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5 months ago

CAF Awards 2024: Full list of winners as Lookman, Williams, Banda bag top prizes

Football

5 months ago

Lookman opens up on Premier League rumours after UCL goal vs Real Madrid

Football

5 months ago

Poor stats emerge as Lukaku faces fans backlash months after replacing Victor...

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5 months ago

Galatasaray insider aims subtle dig at Osimhen, confirms extent of his latest...

Football

5 months ago

Victor Osimhen’s injury record after Galatasaray confirm latest setback

Football

5 months ago

CAF POTY favourite Lookman sends subtle message to Adarabioyo and co to play for Nigeria

Football

5 months ago

Ademola Lookman's career has been on the rise since 2022. The Atalanta forward has spoken about his decision to play for the Nigeria at the same time.

Victor Osimhen's penalty record after scoring for Galatasaray against Sivasspor

Football

5 months ago

Victor Osimhen scored his first penalty for Galatasaray during the Turkish champions' 3-2 away win over Sivasspor improving his tally from the spot.

Napoli director provides key update on Osimhen's future amid multiple interest in January

Football

5 months ago

Napoli's sporting director Giovanni Manna has provided the latest update on Victor Osimhen's future as many top European clubs show interest in the striker.

Victor Boniface praises Osimhen with one word after setting new record for Galatasaray

Football

5 months ago

Victor Osimhen has reacted to compatriot Victor Boniface praising him on Instagram after scoring a penalty for Galatasaray against Sivasspor on Sunday.

Victor Osimhen: Turkish commentator praises Galatasaray star with Yoruba inspired phrase

Football

5 months ago

Victor Osimhen scored for Galatasaray during their 3-2 win over Sivasspor. A Turkish commentator has praised the striker with a phrase that takes cue from Yoruba.

Hakimi beats Lookman, others to top award ahead of CAF POTY showdown

Football

5 months ago

Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi has won a top African award, beating Ademola Lookman and others before CAF POTY Award ceremony next week.

CAF POTY favourite Lookman rates Atalanta's title chances as he eyes historic Serie A win

Football

5 months ago

Ademola Lookman has spoken about the possibility of Atalanta winning the Serie A title after scoring the winning goal against AC Milan to go top of the table.

Super Eagles dealt major blow ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Football

5 months ago

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been hit by a major setback before their next FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign match scheduled for March 2025.

Victor Osimhen: Okan Buruk hints at major breakthrough in Galatasaray's pursuit of striker

Football

6 months ago

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has dropped a major hint at a breakthrough in the club's pursuit of the permanent signing of loan star Victor Osimhen.

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