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.

3212 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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AFCON 2025: CAF suspends Luca Zidane, sanctions Algeria over fight after Nigeria clash

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AFCON 2025: Ex-Algeria star discloses drastic action Desert Foxes should have taken vs Nigeria

Football

7 months ago

AFCON 2025: Osimhen, Lookman, Bassey make CAF Best XI, Alex Iwobi snubbed

Football

7 months ago

AFCON 2025: Okan Buruk sends message to Victor Osimhen as striker returns to Galatasaray

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7 months ago

Sunday Oliseh accuses Victor Osimhen of costing Nigeria AFCON 2025 trophy

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7 months ago

Trouble for Senegal as FIFA reportedly threatens World Cup ban after AFCON 2025 scandal

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8 months ago

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi sends message to Nigerians after bronze medal win

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8 months ago

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi shares heartfelt gratitude to Nigerians after securing bronze at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, beating Egypt to the medal.

William Troost-Ekong agrees deal to join Qatari club from Saudi Pro League

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8 months ago

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is set to join Qatari club Al Ahli Doha SC after a successful stint with Al-Kholood in Saudi Arabia.

AFCON 2025: Yaya Toure sends message to Super Eagles after winning bronze medal

Football

8 months ago

Ivorian legend Yaya Toure praises Nigeria as the most impressive team at AFCON 2025, highlighting their strong performance and style under coach Eric Chelle.

Akor Adams: Super Eagles star scores brace for Sevilla 2 days after AFCON 2025

Football

8 months ago

Akor Adams scored a brace for Sevilla after AFCON 2025, earning a draw against Elche. Coach Almeyda praised his commitment and impact on the team.

Eric Chelle: Super Eagles coach makes bold promise to Nigerians ahead of AFCON 2027

Football

8 months ago

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle promises Nigerians success at AFCON 2027 after a strong third-place finish at AFCON 2025, amidst fan support and anticipation.

AFCON 2025: FIFA President Gianni Infantino sends strong message to Senegal after chaotic final

Football

8 months ago

FIFA President Gianni Infantino condemns Senegal's AFCON 2025 final boycott amid chaos, praises victory and calls for sanctions against disruptive conduct.

AFCON 2025: CAF sends message to Sadio Mane as he celebrates title with wife and daughter

Football

8 months ago

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) sent a message to Sadio Mane after celebrating AFCON 2025 triumph with his 20-year-old wife and daughter.

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AFCON 2025: NFF President confirms decision on Eric Chelle's future after bronze medal

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8 months ago

NFF President Ibrahim Gusau confirms Eric Chelle's future as Super Eagles coach after a bronze medal win at AFCON 2025, despite falling short of the trophy target.

AFCON 2025: Stanley Nwabali aims dig at Morocco after Senegal’s final victory

Football

8 months ago

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has aimed a direct swipe at the Moroccan national team after they lost 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final to Senegal.

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