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.

3214 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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AFCON 2025: Mikel Obi names 4 impressive Super Eagles stars ahead of Algeria clash

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AFCON 2025: CAF appoints Somali referee for Nigeria vs Algeria quarter-final clash

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AFCON 2025: NFF confirms next plans for Super Eagles after Lookman-Osimhen rift

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8 months ago

AFCON 2025: Why FBI agents watched Algeria vs DR Congo in Morocco

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AFCON 2025: Osimhen, Lookman, other standout Super Eagles stars in R16 win vs Mozambique

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8 months ago

AFCON 2025: Full list of qualified teams for quarter-final, fixtures as Nigeria draws Algeria

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8 months ago

AFCON 2025: NFF releases statement after Lookman-Osimhen heated exchange

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8 months ago

The Nigeria Football Federation addresses the Lookman-Osimhen exchange following Nigeria's 4-0 victory over Mozambique in the AFCON 2025 Round of 16.

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles set to face Algeria in quarter-final after beating Mozambique

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8 months ago

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have discovered their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final opponents after their dominant 4-0 win over Mozambique.

AFCON 2025: Wilfred Ndidi breaks silence on Instagram after Lookman-Osimhen rift

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8 months ago

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi addresses the heated exchange between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman after Nigeria's 4-0 victory over Mozambique.

AFCON 2025: How much Super Eagles earned after qualifying for quarter-final

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8 months ago

The Super Eagles triumphed 4-0 over Mozambique, reaching the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals. Nigeria secures the stage's prize money as they prepare for the next match.

Akor Adams explains emotional celebration after scoring first AFCON goal vs Mozambique

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8 months ago

Akor Adams shares his emotional celebration after scoring his first AFCON goal in Nigeria's 4-0 victory over Mozambique, highlighting family significance.

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AFCON 2025: Eric Chelle speaks after Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen’s heated exchange

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8 months ago

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has broken his silence after the heated exchange between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman against Mozambique.

AFCON 2025: Ademola Lookman reacts after rift with Victor Osimhen against Mozambique

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8 months ago

Ademola Lookman has spoken after his on-pitch altercation with Victor Osimhen during Super Eagles' 4-0 win over Mozambique during AFCON 2025 Round of 16.

AFCON 2025: Lookman, Iwobi return as Eric Chelle names strong XI to face Mozambique

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8 months ago

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has confirmed his starting lineup to face Mozambique in tnt 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 match in Fez.

AFCON 2025: Predicted Eric Chelle’s Super Eagles lineup vs Mozambique

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8 months ago

Eric Chelle is set to reinstate key players for the Super Eagles to face Mozambique in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 after a successful group stage.

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