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

1746 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Victor Osimhen’s lookalike spotted wearing Galatasaray jersey and mask in Nigeria

Football

9 months ago

Manchester United dealt big blow in pursuit of Galatasaray loan star Victor Osimhen

Football

9 months ago

Comparing Lookman's market values to Hakimi and other CAF POTY nominees

Football

9 months ago

AC Milan linked Nigerian striker cries out for Super Eagles opportunity

Football

9 months ago

Guinean expert backs Guirassy for historic CAF POTY win over Lookman, gives reason

Football

9 months ago

CAF POTY favourite Lookman leads Atalanta fans to dream of 1st Serie A title

Football

9 months ago

Super Eagles stars Ndidi and Bassey risk Premier League ban after 13 matches

Football

9 months ago

Super Eagles stars Wilfred Ndidi and Calvin Bassey will be suspended for one game if they pick up one more yellow cards before matchday 20 in the Premier League.

CAF POTY favourite Lookman missing as FIFPRO release World XI shortlist

Football

9 months ago

Ademola Lookman has not been considered to be named in the FIFPRO World XI despite being the favourite to win the 2024 African Footballer of the Year Award.

3 biggest CAF POTY controversies involving Nigerian players as Lookman chases award

Football

9 months ago

Ademola Lookman is the favourite to win the 2024 CAF POTY. Some controversial decisions involving Nigerian footballers have happened in the past.

Ex Cameroon coach snubs Lookman for CAF POTY, picks his deserved winner

Football

9 months ago

A former head coach of the Cameroon national team has named his deserved winner for the CAF Player of the Year, snubbing favourite Ademola Lookman.

Burak Yilmaz explains Galatasaray’s culture that made Victor Osimhen a fan quickly

Football

9 months ago

Victor Osimhen has settled in nicely at Galatasaray. Club legend Burak Yilmaz has highlighted a culture at the club that has immersed him in the fanhood.

Bundesliga star who ditched England for Nigeria eyes Super Eagles return

Football

9 months ago

A Nigerian footballer born in England has shared his next target which is to get back into the Super Eagles after over a year since his first and only appearance.

Boniface parties with Cubana Chief priest and others at Davido’s concert after driving offence

Football

9 months ago

Bayer Leverkusen striker is under investigation for reckless driving and was spotted with some Nigerian socialites at Davido's concert in Amsterdam.

Super Eagles suffer biggest drop in latest FIFA rankings after AFCONQ 2025 loss to Rwanda

Football

9 months ago

The Super Eagles of Nigeria suffer the biggest drop on the latest FIFA rankings after their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations home defeat to Rwanda in Uyo.

Osimhen provides headed assist and produces big miss in Galatasaray's draw against Eyupspor

Football

9 months ago

Victor Osimhen had a mixed performance for Galatasaray during their 2-2 draw against Eyupspor. The striker endured a frustrating evening in front of goal.

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