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.

3436 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Champions League: Mysterious cat predicts Paris Saint-Germain vs Bayern Munich

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Ademola Lookman sends message to Arsenal ahead of Champions League semi-final

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6 months ago

Chelsea contact first coach as search for Liam Rosenior’s replacement begins

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6 months ago

Setback for Eric Chelle as Super Eagles' new goalkeeper loses starting spot at Championship club

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6 months ago

Galatasaray doctor sends message to Osimhen after returning from injury vs Fenerbahce

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6 months ago

Galatasaray set to offer Victor Osimhen new role after brilliant performance in win vs Fenerbahce

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6 months ago

Galatasaray coach reacts after Osimhen scores against Fenerbahce on his injury return

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6 months ago

Okan Buruk praises Victor Osimhen's return and performance as Galatasaray defeats Fenerbahce 3-0, extending their lead towards a fourth consecutive title.

Victor Osimhen sends message to Fenerbahce after attempt to ban him from Istanbul derby

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6 months ago

Victor Osimhen responds to Fenerbahce’s petition to ban him in the Istanbul derby, scoring the first goal in Galatasaray's 3-0 victory over their rivals.

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Arsenal returned to top of table

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6 months ago

Opta's supercomputer has predicted the Premier League champion after Arsenal returned to the top of the table following their 1-0 win over Newcastle.

Mikel Arteta reacts after Arsenal beat Newcastle to return to top of Premier League table

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6 months ago

Mikel Arteta reflects on Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Newcastle, securing top position in the Premier League, and discussing injury concerns and the title race ahead.

Arsenal vs Newcastle: Mysterious cat predicts crucial Premier League match

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6 months ago

Nimbus Pronos predicts a pivotal Premier League clash between Arsenal and Newcastle United, impacting Arsenal's title chances as the run-in intensifies.

Victor Osimhen's Galatasaray pays tribute to Ex-Super Eagles striker who died at 40

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6 months ago

Galatasaray pays tribute to ex-Super Eagles star Michael Eneramo, who tragically died at 40 after collapsing during a match in Kaduna on April 24, 2026.

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Tension at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea stars confront teammate after horror display vs Man United

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6 months ago

Tensions escalate at Stamford Bridge pre-Rosenior's sacking, with players confronting Alejandro Garnacho amid a poor run of results and internal fractures.

NFF pays tribute to Michael Eneramo, discloses cause of death of late Super Eagles star

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6 months ago

The Nigeria Football Federation pays tribute to late striker Michael Eneramo, who tragically passed away on April 24, 2026, during a training session in Kaduna.

Former Super Eagles striker slumps, dies during training in Kaduna

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6 months ago

Former Super Eagles striker Michael Eneramo has sadly passed away at the age of 40 after slumping during a training session in Kaduna where he lives.

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