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: Mysterious cat predicts outcome of Nigeria vs Mozambique

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AFCON 2025: List of TV stations and streaming platforms to watch Nigeria vs Mozambique

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AFCON 2025: Blow for Eric Chelle as Super Eagles striker is ruled out of knockout stages

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Ademola Lookman, Eric Chelle named in AFCON 2025 Team of the Group Stage

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CAF announces the Best XI of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage, featuring Ademola Lookman and Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle amidst fan reactions.

Victor Osimhen surpasses Ronaldo, equals Messi in 2025 top scorers chart

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Victor Osimhen ranks fifth among 2025's top goal scorers, netting 46 goals for club and country, outperforming Cristiano Ronaldo and equalling Lionel Messi.

Chelsea identifies Liam Rosenior as Enzo Maresca’s replacement: Reports

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Chelsea identifies Liam Rosenior as Enzo Maresca’s replacement following the Italian's departure after 18 months and two trophies amid board disagreements.

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AFCON 2025: Mozambique president promises Mambas stars money to beat Nigeria in Round of 16

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Mozambique's President Daniel Chapo promises players a lucrative bonus to defeat Nigeria in AFCON 2025 Round of 16, following their historic qualification.

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Morocco 2025: 4 AFCON matches to look forward to in the Round of 16

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The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 draw is confirmed, featuring South Africa vs Cameroon and Algeria vs DR Congo among key matchups to anticipate.

Enzo Maresca: Why Chelsea sacked Club World Cup winner on New Year's Day

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Chelsea parts ways with head coach Enzo Maresca on New Year's Day, following a turbulent December and tension between the manager and club hierarchy.

AFCON 2025: Full list of Round of 16 matches as Nigeria draws Mozambique

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The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 matches are confirmed, featuring Nigeria against Mozambique and Algeria facing DR Congo after the thrilling group stage.

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles set to face Mozambique in Round of 16 after perfect group stage

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria have discovered their opponents in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 after the completion of all group stage games.

Ademola Lookman reacts after CAF changes AFCON to 4-year cycle: “It's a shame”

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Ademola Lookman critiques CAF's decision to shift AFCON to a four-year cycle, emphasising its impact on tradition while focusing on Nigeria's objectives in 2025.

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