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.

3218 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Eric Chelle releases XI to face Tanzania in Super Eagles' AFCON 2025 opener

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NFF set to benefit from ₦1.5B CAF fund for African countries from 2026

Football

8 months ago

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

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8 months ago

Eric Chelle speaks about his future as Super Eagles boss behind AFCON 2025

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8 months ago

Manchester United legend Andy Cole picks JJ Okocha as the most intelligent Premier League player

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8 months ago

AFCON 2025: Predicted Eric Chelle’s Super Eagles lineup to face Tanzania in Morocco

Football

8 months ago

Victor Osimhen apologises for Super Eagles’ World Cup miss, declares war at AFCON 2025

Football

8 months ago

Victor Osimhen apologises to Nigerians for World Cup miss and vows to fight for glory at AFCON 2025, promising a determined Super Eagles performance in Morocco.

Chidozie Awaziem reacts to Ekong’s retirement before AFCON 2025: “He will be missed”

Football

8 months ago

Chidozie Awaziem reacts to William Troost-Ekong's retirement before AFCON 2025, expressing how the defender will be missed and how the team will move forward.

Osimhen, Lookman and other African Bests competing at AFCON 2025 in Morocco

Football

8 months ago

Discover the 7 CAF Best Players at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, including Victor Osimhen and Achraf Hakimi, as they compete for glory in Morocco.

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle explains Nigeria's ambitions at AFCON 2025

Football

9 months ago

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle discloses Nigeria's goal to win AFCON 2025 in Morocco, outlining the team's ambitions and preparations for the tournament.

6 changes CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced to African football at AFCON 2025

Football

9 months ago

CAF President Patrice Motsepe announces six major changes to African football, including AFCON's new quadrennial schedule and prize money increases.

Anthony Joshua: How much he earned after knocking out Jake Paul in Netflix fight

Boxing

9 months ago

Anthony Joshua earned a significant amount after defeating Jake Paul in an exhibition heavyweight boxing bout at the Kaseya Centre in Miami, Florida.

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CAF President Patrice Motsepe announces major change to AFCON after 2027 edition

Football

9 months ago

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has announced that the Africa Cup of Nations will switch to a four-year cycle after the 2027 edition in Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda.

AFCON 2025: Wilfred Ndidi speaks after succeeding Troost-Ekong as Super Eagles captain

Football

9 months ago

Wilfred Ndidi speaks after being named Super Eagles captain, succeeding William Troost-Ekong, with Moses Simon, Alex Iwobi, and Victor Osimhen as vice captains.

Uganda striker sends message to Nigeria ahead of AFCON 2025 Group C showdown

Football

9 months ago

Uganda striker Melvyn Lorenzen sends a strong message to Nigeria ahead of their AFCON 2025 Group C showdown, as the teams prepare for a tough tournament in Morocco.

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